Global Education is a locally developed, interdisciplinary program designed to challenge students interested in current global issues, students considering a career in international and/or community affairs, and students interested in participating in a unique field trip experience. Click HERE to view some Testimonials

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Global Education 12 is a full semester 16-credit program where students experience active citizenship.  Experiential learning is the medium for the delivery of this program.  As a result a significant proportion of the program is spent outside of the classroom.  Students participate in a range of hands-on activities aimed at making a positive contribution.  These activities focus on contributing to our local community and on building the capacity to successfully participate in a 2 ½  week international field study in Nicaragua, the second poorest nation in the western hemisphere.  This is a unique opportunity to gain a global perspective combining local activities with an international experience.

These experiences form the basis for the academic study of Global issues. Students are expected to complete all requirements for English 11, Civics 11(Social Studies equivalent), Independent Directed Studies 12, and Global Education 12 receiving 4 credits for each course.(Some Photographs)

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The objective of this program is to facilitate student achievement of the following:

• Identify current global issues, trends, and developments.
• Identify different perspectives and become aware of how views (including their own view of the world) are shaped by culture, nationality, race, gender, socio-economic class and generation.
• Understand the concept of change, the implications of change, the levels at which change can occur, and the forces that can prevent different kinds of change from taking place.
• Develop the critical analysis skills required to detect bias in the media, in resources, and in what they hear in class.  Students will gain the skills, processes, and procedures that enable them to think, co-operate, and act while guided by their own decisions.
• Develop the ability to appreciate and learn from diverse perspectives and cultures while developing respect for the rights, feelings, and dignity of other human beings.
• Learn about the basic make-up (geography, history, culture, art, language, economics, politics, religions, etc) of the pre-selected host country.
• Apply organizational skills in the planning and implementation of their individual community project.  Students gain real world work experience through this project.
• Practice research skills, presentation skills, and communication skills through assignments, fieldwork, and pre and post trip presentations to community groups and elementary schools.
• Gain insight into the roles of and opportunities with international agencies and NGO's such as the United Nations, Free the Children, The Red Cross, Doctors Without Borders, etc.
• Meet the Ministry of Education Prescribed Learning Outcomes for English 11 and Civic Studies 11.

PROGRAM METHODOLOGY AND APPROACH

This project-based course will consist of four major components.  These are:

• Classroom studies
• Community Activism
• International Field study
• Independent community project

TEACHING STRATEGIES TO BE USED

Teaching strategies to be used throughout the course will include:

• lectures and small and large group discussions and debates
• critical thinking exercises through critical questions
• guest speakers from relevant agencies, local organizations, host country representatives
• international field study participation
• hands-on activities aimed at making a positive contribution to our planet

 

Students will be expected to convey information to the teacher, to students, and in public forums through:

• Researched presentations, paper and electronic
• Public Exhibition
• Creative writing
• Journals
• Artwork, photos, music

EVALUATION

A student’s mark will be based on a combination of traditional pen and paper assignments and tests, portfolio assessment, and involvement (attendance, participation, citizenship, initiative, responsibility, organizational skills, teamwork, etc.).  Civic Studies 11 includes a standardized provincial exam that will make up 20% of the Civic Studies final course mark; English 11 will include the Clarence Fulton English Department English 11 final exam.  Student evaluation will be conducted by the teachers, through peer assessment, and through student self-assessment. Reporting of student progress for this program will occur concurrently with the existing school reporting periods.

 FIELD STUDY FEES

1. Field Study Fees: approximately $2550.

Students will be responsible for Field Study Fees.  The actual cost will be based on the location and nature of the trip program.  A close approximation of the actual cost will be announced by mid-November 2008.  Students are encouraged to discuss the Field Study Fee with their parents and come up with a realistic earning and savings plan as soon as they have been accepted into the program.  Individual and group fundraising strategies will be discussed in June 2008. Once students have been accepted into the program, a deposit of $550.00 will be required ($50.00 of which is a non-refundable processing fee).  This can be done in one or two post-dated cheques with the final deposit cheque being dated for June 27,1010.  This money will be held in trust for the planned international extended field study on behalf of each student.
 
2. Project Costs

All international project funds will be raised as a class through fundraising activities, applications for grants, and donations.  The amount and type of donations required will depend on the nature of the project.  These may include building supplies, funds for shipping materials to the host country, or goods to be purchased on location.  Corporate sponsorship will be sought for project costs. Applications for grants from various agencies and organizations will be made to support this project.   

ADDITIONAL NOTES
The Global Education program is a unique opportunity for students to explore global issues, learn about the field of international humanitarian services, and participate in a project based field study of a lifetime.  It is expected that students will act as positive ambassadors of School District # 22 in their dealings with any activity related to this program both within and outside of the school.
Students will also be expected to maintain positive behaviour, good grades, and excellent attendance in all of their classes prior to participation in the 2010/2011 program.

For more information about GLOBAL EDUCATION
 please contact
Alan Gee or Murray Sasges at:
Phone:  (250) 545-1348    Fax:  (250) 542-2028
E-mail

Application Form 2010-2011