The course aims to provide an overview of the GCED (Global Citizenship Education) as well as its background, concepts under the framework of UNESCO, and guidelines for teaching and learning. The course will help participants gain an understanding of the key concepts and principles of GCED, recognize educational issues relevant to GCED, and identify pedagogical approaches to GCED.        Chapter 1  The World We Live in 1     Chapter 2  The World We Live in 2    Chapter 3  The Education We Need    Chapter 4  Emergence of GCED as Global Education Agenda    Chapter 5  Understanding GCED within SDG4    Chapter 6  Who is a Global Citizen?    Chapter 7  What is Global Citizenship Education(GCED)?    Chapter 8  Thematic Areas of GCED    Chapter 9  Learning Contents of GCED    Chapter 10    Teaching GCED to Transform: Pedagogical Principles of GCED    Chapter 11  How to Teach GCED Effectively: Teaching Strategies and Approaches    Chapter 12  GCED in Practice: Teaching GCED in Classroom    Certificates will be given to participants who fulfill the requirements; more than 80% of lecture attendance and submission of an assignment at the end of the course.          

Global Citizenship and Cultural Diversity provides a basic introduction to the concepts, principles, and purpose of education for cultural diversity in the context of GCED. This course will initially review a range of conceptual and theoretical perspectives on the concept of culture, cultural diversity, and cross-cultural understanding. Based on this review, the course will analyze international agenda and documents of UNESCO including the Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity (2001) and the Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions (2005). Participants of the course will explore practical ideas for appropriate, effective, and creative teaching of GCED and cultural diversity for all levels of formal schooling and non-formal education programmes. Participants are expected to write a GCED and cultural diversity lesson plan relevant to their own countries and work.   *IMPORTANT Please note that the use of AI in preparing application materials is strongly discouraged and may result in disadvantages in the selection process. As English fluency is not the primary criterion for selection, applicants are encouraged to present their own thoughts and perspectives as authentically as possible.   ※ For any inquiries regarding the course, please get in touch with GCED Online Campus administrators <gcedonline@unescoapceiu.org>.

This course provides a comprehensive foundation in curriculum design for Global Citizenship Education (GCED), emphasizing critical pedagogy, transformative learning, and peacebuilding. It explores theoretical perspectives on education’s societal role and examines innovative teaching methods suited for both formal and non-formal contexts. Participants will also engage with emerging and ongoing educational challenges, including AI, digital pedagogy, and developing strategies to strengthen or create curriculum for GCED Educators to build a peaceful, just, inclusive, and sustainable world. The course includes four interactive weeks featuring PowerPoint lectures, readings, videos, and forum discussions.      *Participants are expected to check the course site at the beginning of every course week to be aware of the requirements for the week.    *IMPORTANT Please note that the use of AI in preparing application materials is strongly discouraged and may result in disadvantages in the selection process. As English fluency is not the primary criterion for selection, applicants are encouraged to present their own thoughts and perspectives as authentically as possible.   ※ For any inquiries regarding the course, please get in touch with GCED Online Campus administrators <gcedonline@unescoapceiu.org>.

  This course introduces the SDGs and the notion of Global Citizenship through the series of lectures by renowned experts from all over the world, interviews with scholars, advocates and representatives from all different sectors, and case presentations by active global citizens.    The course aims to examine and critically reflect on the revolving issues around the globe at local, national, and international levels by providing a platform where learners can virtually meet and learn from one another.   Learners will be able to deepen their understanding of the SDGs and global citizenship, exchange and embrace different perspectives, and challenge their own assumptions.   The course invites those who see themselves as global citizens as well as who aspire to assume active roles in bringing meaningful changes to oneself and to the society they are in.   No. Module Units 1 Global Citizenship and the SDGs 1) Understanding global citizenship in the context of the SDGs. 2) Why & What is Global Citizenship? 3) Issues Around Global Citizenship 2 Global Citizenship in a Challenging World Key Challenges to Global Citizenship - Poverty & Glocal Justice - Consumerism & Eco Justice - Peace & Preventing Violent Extremism - Media Influence and Critical Literacy - Globalization & Migration - Gender Equality 3 Act to Change: Global Citizenship for Transformation 1) Highlights and Key Issues of the SDGs 2) Global Partnership for Achieving the SDGs 4 Meet the Global Citizens Around the World Case studies of innovative movements and cases of global citizens 5 Plan for Action: Becoming Active Global Citizens 1) How to become active global citizens 2) Advocacy tools and strategies  

In this highly digitalized world, critical media and information literacy is required for all, not to mention educators and youths. This 3-week course aims to enhance the learners’ competencies on Media and Information Literacy (MIL) with introduction to the current information and learning environments, required competencies to cope with the changing environments, theories on MIL, management of media contents, and ethical issues and engagement with media to promote global citizenship.   The course is composed of the following three sessions. Each session provides a lecture and additional learning materials followed by forum discussion. To effectively assist learners’ understanding and learning progress, a set of quizzes is offered per session. Run in a self-paced mood, the course is open throughout the year. Upon the successful completion of the course, a certificate is provided!   

Nowadays, ‘Climate Change’ is certainly one of the most urgent and prominent global issues to be solved. This 4-week course seeks to provide learners to understand the terms, concepts and background knowledge of climate change, as well as the global efforts and international agendas that are taking place to address the issue. Through these activities, learners will deepen their knowledge and enhance their competencies to cope with the climate change, reaffirming their commitment as global citizens.   The course is composed of the following four sessions. Each session provides a lecture and additional learning materials followed by assignments. To effectively assist learners’ understanding and learning progress, a set of quizzes will be offered. Run in a self-paced mood, the course is open throughout the year. Upon the successful completion of the course, a certificate is provided!