STUDY
Global competence can be defined as the capacity and disposition to understand and act on issues of global significance. It is not an example of add-on lessons, but instead should be an implicit part of curriculum K-12. It provides an interconnectedness between subject matter, between classmates and their communities, and between the world's citizens. It is a tool box of knowledge, skills, mindset and values that are needed to thrive right now. It’s not just about learning about the world, it’s learning WITH the world through social-emotional, behavioral, and cognitive skills.
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Use this section to determine how global your teaching is, more on the basics of global education, tools to use in your classroom, and links to provide readings, resources, and lessons.
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Global Education Encourages:
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Creativity
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Empathy
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Curiosity
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Critical thinking & Problem Solving Skills
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New understandings & connections between disciplines
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In depth exploration of BIG Ideas
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Sensitivity to various viewpoints & fresh perspectives
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Teaching beyond the subject
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Wondering
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Wandering
Globally competent Students:
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Are curious, aware & interested in learning about the world and how it works
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Recognize they have a particular perspective, and how to engage with and respect others that may not share it
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Communicate effectively with diverse audiences
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Use their ideas and learning to take action
EDUCATOR OPPORTUNITIES
Fulbright Teacher Exchanges are programs of the U.S. Department of State, funded by the U.S. Congress. Through these professional learning programs, elementary and secondary educators, in the U.S. and around the world, develop their educational practice and bring global knowledge, skills and perspectives to their schools. Some of these programs can be done in the comfort of your own home on your own time. Others include symposiums, live conversations and international travel. Find the program right for you!
Educators will be equipped with an understanding of what problem-driven learning is and how to apply it in their classrooms, whether that is in person or virtually. This introductory course is designed for an audience of busy professionals who are curious about problem-driven learning and motivated to engage their students with real challenges. Educators will explore how problem-driven learning can be applied across content areas and grade levels..
Teaching Online for Global Competence educators will explore the tools, resources and frameworks that can be used for virtual collaboration, learning, and cross-cultural community building, learn how to build curriculum and instruction for online learning using differentiated methodology and pedagogy. As educators were thrust into online learning in Spring 2020, this course aims to practically support teachers through capacity building to be confident online instructors. The course will also address the social and emotional aspect of online learning
Global Education 101 is an introductory course designed to support educators across the country to begin to understand global competence, how to grow as globally competent educators, and learn practical strategies for incorporating it into the classroom.self-paced multi-media course includes readings, videos, interactive group discussions, classroom activities, and quizzes.
Join one of these free online classes that can be completed at your own pace. Each class provides a wealth of information and practical ways to incorporate your learning into your classroom.
Apply for an exchange program to expand your research, travel internationally, grow as a global scholar, and help students around the world and in your community.
Distinguished Awards in Teaching Research Program
The Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Research Program provides an opportunity for educators from the United States to take part in a three- to six-month professional learning experience abroad to conduct research and pursue additional learning. Participants conduct individual inquiry projects, take courses at a host university, and collaborate with colleagues on educational practices to improve student learning.
Distinguished Awards in Teaching Short-Term Program
The Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Short-Term Program sends expert K–12 educators from the United States to participating countries and territories to carry out short-term assignments abroad. Educators support and work in schools, teacher training colleges, government ministries, or educational nongovernmental organizations, as identified by U.S. embassies and Fulbright Commissions.
Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms Program
Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms equips educators from the United States to bring an international perspective to their schools through targeted training, experience abroad, and global collaboration. This yearlong professional learning opportunity for K–12 educators features an intensive online course and a short international exchange.
Grant opportunities
National Endowment for the Humanities offers numerous tuition-free programs for educators on a wide variety of humanties topics.
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Fund For Teachers Fund for Teachers supports educators' efforts to develop skills, knowledge and confidence that impact student achievement. By trusting teachers to design unique fellowships, Fund for Teachers grants validate teachers' professionalism and leadership, as well. Since 2001, Fund for Teachers has invested $33.5 million in nearly 9,000 teachers, transforming grants into growth for teachers and their students.
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National Association of Japanese-American Societies: In addition to several programs throughout the year, the NAJAS sponsors a teacher fellowship to Japan in most non-pandemic years.
Certification Programs
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National Geographic Educator Certification is a free professional development program that recognizes pre-K through 12 formal and informal educators committed to inspiring the next generation of explorers, conservationists, and changemakers.
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The Grosvenor Teacher Fellowship is a professional development opportunity for pre-K–12 educators made possible by a partnership between Lindblad Expeditions and the National Geographic Society. An annual competitive application process is used to select educators and host them aboard Lindblad Expeditions’ voyages for a life-changing, field-based experience.
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The Global Competence Certificate (GCC) is a first-of-its-kind online, graduate-level certificate for educators, to deeply integrate global competence into their teaching practice; includes a theory-to-action model of online coursework taught by experts from around the world, immersive global fieldwork abroad (Mexico + Kenya in 2021), and peer-to-peer collaborative capstone work to implement changes in the classroom/school/district.
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Teaching for Global Competence
Asia Society's The Center for Global Education is now offering certificate programs in the following areas: The Essentials of Global Competence, Project-Based Learning in a Global Classroom, Classroom Assessment of Global Competence, and Leading for Global Competence.
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Social Media Connections
There are many ways to follow the global education journey on your favorite social media! Check out the hashtags below on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Join one of the groups on Facebook to connect with educators to discuss your global goals!
FOLLOW: #GlobalEd
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Facebook Groups:
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Mystery Skype
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Skype in the Classroom Enthusiasts
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Global Educator Collective
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Scholarships, grants, and summer institutes for teachers
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