POLGOV - Global Citizenship Flashcards
“We are the _______, we are the ________.”
world, people
a concept that encourages individuals to act without limits or geographical distinctions and to do so outside the traditional spheres of power
Global Citizenship
Global citizenship is a concept that encourages individuals to act __________ _______ or geographical distinctions and to do so outside the traditional spheres of power
without limits
Way of living that recognizes our world is an increasingly complex web of connections and interdependencies.
Global Citizenship
Global citizenship is one which our choices and actions may have repercussions for people and communities locally, nationally, and ________________
internationally
Global citizenship is a way of _________ and living that recognizes how our choices and actions affect people and communities locally, nationally, and around the world.
thinking
Global Citizenship is not too ________ for a small child
difficult
Global Citizenship is
> Asking questions, developing critical thinking
Equipping young people with skills, values and knowledge to participate
Acknowledging complexity of Issues
Revealing the global as part of the local
Understanding how we relate to environment and other humans
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• is aware of the wider world and has a sense of their own role as a world citizen
• respects and values diversity
has an understanding on how the world works
• is outrages by social injustice participates in the community at all levels
is willing to make the world a more equitable and sustainable place takes responsibility for the actions
A global citizen
Young people need to be:
FLEXIBLE, CREATIVE, PROACTIVE
ABLE TO SOLVE PROBLEMS, MAKE DECISIONS, THINK CRITICALLY
COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY AND WORK WELL IN TEAMS AND GROUPS
What are the characteristics of a global citizen?
- Belief in equality
- Empathy
- Fairness
- Open-mindedness
- Respect for diversity
- Commitment to social justice
- Problem-solving skills
- Collaboration skills
- Technology skils
- Environment consciousness
- Belief in making a positive difference
Global citizens believe that all people are equal and do not think of some groups or individuals as superior or inferior to others. They accept differences and do not react with hostility to people who are different from them
Belief in equality
Global citizens try to understand other people and have empathy for them. They are willing to help and cooperate with others
Empathy
Global citizens act fairly in their choices, their decisions, and their words
Fairness
Global citizens have their own ideas and express them, but they are open to changing them if they are proved wrong. They are curious and want to learn more about the world
Open-mindedness
Global citizens respect and value diversity and cultural differences. They are open to engaging positively with other identities and cultures and being able to recognize and challenge stereotypes
Respect for diversity
Global citizens are outraged by social injustice and participate in and contribute to the community at a range of levels from local to global
Commitment to social justice
Global citizens possess critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They are adaptable and able to navigate challenges when abroad
Problem-solving skills
Global citizens possess community and collaboration skills. They work with others to make the planet more peaceful, sustainable, and fairer
Collaboration skills
Global citizens possess technology skills that enable them to engage with the world and improve it
Technology skills
Global citizens look after the environment and do not waste things.
Environmental consciousness
Global citizens believe they can make a positive difference in the world
Belief in making a positive difference
With the interconnected and interdependent nature of our world, the “______” is not out there, it is part of our everyday life, as we are linked to others on every continent.
global
Global as part of our every day life:
Socially and culturally through media and telecommunication and through travel and migration
Economically through trade
Environmentally through sharing planet
Politically through international relations and systems of regulation
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Benefits of Global Citizen
Awareness of World Events and Issues
Personal Growth
Employability Skills
Community and Collaboration
Promotion of Sustainability
Globalization
7 Employability Skills
Self-management
Teamwork
Positive Attitude
Thinking Skills
Communication
Willingness to learn
Resilience
It refers to the increasing interconnectedness of the world through rapid exchange of money, people, materials, ideas, and cultures across national borders.
Globalization
It has enabled unprecedented developments in communication, technology, and mobility, and has enriched societies materially, culturally, and intellectually.
Globalization