National and International Project Based Learning Resources
A variety of resources are available to help develop students' 21st Century Skills and to connect them to the larger world. Many organizations and companies offer a variety of classroom-based approaches.
Each One Teach One, Each One Reach One: Resources to help teachers engage students. Includes resourcs to enhance educational technologies and global education in the classroom
Educators for Social Responsibility see Teacher Center for lesson plans that are easy to search. Content focuses primarily on social studies topics.
ePals Global Community an education technology company that provides “safe social learning networks” (SLN’s) to facilitate communication and collaboration for students around the world.
Flat Classroom® Project – “a global collaborative project that joins together middle and senior high school students… in a holistic and constructivist educational approach…
Global Nomads A nonprofit organization that organizes interactive projects among students in various parts of the world, e.g. interactive videoconferencing, webcasting, social networking, gaming, and participatory filmmaking.
Global SchoolNet US-based nonprofit organization that facilitates collaborative projects between American classes and their counterparts in other countries
International Education and Resource Network (iEARN) Offers a wide variety of projects for every grade level and subject area. Has strong international group of teachers with whom to connect. DA has had a membership in the past and could join again if teachers are interested. Many projects are aimed at elementary and middle school level.
”Primary Source – “promotes history and humanities education by connecting educators with people and cultures throughout the world.”
Scoop.it is an online curation platform that allows users to create their own online "magazine" on a topic of their choice.
There are also excellent professional organizations that offer support for globalizing the curriculum. Here are a few:
Southeast Regional Middle East and Islamic Studies Seminar: A professional society founded in 1977 for faculty from various fields whose common connection is the study or teaching of some aspect of the Middle East or Muslim World. The organization is affiliated with the Middle East Studies Association of North America (MESA), and it sponsors two meetings annually (fall and spring) that specifically target secondary school teachers as well as college professors.
The Global Education ConferenceA collaborative, world-wide community initiative involving students, educators, and organizations at all levels. It is designed to significantly increase opportunities for building education-related connections around the globe while supporting cultural awareness and recognition of diversity. The conference occurs online in November every year.
The Asia SocietyOffers training and resources for globalizing education.
Primary Source – “promotes history and humanities education by connecting educators with people and cultures throughout the world.” Teacher training, books, extensive online resources.
Teachers for Global Classrooms A rigorous, year-long professional development program including an online course, two symposia, and a 2-3 week country visit. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.
Global Competency Certificate Program: An online graduate program through Columbia University and World Savvy to increase the number of teachers equipped to teach global competencies.
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