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Global Citizenship Education for Lifelong Learning Practitioners

Application 01-21-2022 ~ 12-31-2025
Learning 01-21-2022 ~ 12-31-2025(206 Weeks)
Course ID 2025_80_CL005_1_0_CL005001

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  • 100% Free

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About the Course

The course 'Global Citizenship Education for Lifelong Learning Practitioners' invites educators aspiring to apply GCED in their education programmes or activities in informal or non-formal sectors. Focusing on the strategies of bringing GCED into lifelong learning, the course explores the close linkage between GCED and lifelong learning, introduces good practices in different parts of the world, and steps to design learners' own education activities. The course is strongly recommended for those who wish to promote global citizenship in their community learning programmes or any educational activities in informal or non-formal environments.

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Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding under the auspices of UNESCO

 

The Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding (APCEIU) was established in 2000 as a UNESCO Category 2 centre to promote education for a Culture of Peace. APCEIU is working in close collaboration with UNESCO Offices, National Commissions of Member States, related educational institutes, and civil society to promote global citizenship education (GCED) under the framework of education for international understanding (EIU) towards a Culture of Peace.

 

APCEIU has devoted itself to strengthening GCED/EIU capacities by pursuing its philosophy and policies through training teachers and teacher trainers; research and policy development; developing educational materials and programs; organizing different levels of workshops and conferences; and strengthening the network of teachers, educators, experts, civil society leaders and other stakeholders.

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Course Reviews

  • NNENNAYA OSU
    It is concise and yet educative.
  • Pema Tshering
    Course Review: Global Citizenship Education for Lifelong Learning Practitioners
    Overview
    This course offers a comprehensive exploration of Global Citizenship Education (GCED) within lifelong learning. It equips practitioners with theoretical foundations, practical strategies, and critical perspectives to effectively integrate GCED into educational settings. Aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 4.7, the course emphasizes global awareness, peace, sustainability, and social justice.

    Course Structure & Content
    Organized into progressive modules, the course covers:

    Foundations of GCED – Conceptual frameworks, historical perspectives, and policy contexts.

    Pedagogical Approaches – Transformative learning, participatory methodologies, and effective teaching strategies.

    Integration in Lifelong Learning – Application across formal, non-formal, and informal education.

    Critical Global Issues – Human rights, peacebuilding, environmental sustainability, and intercultural understanding.

    Assessment & Evaluation – Tools to measure the impact of GCED initiatives.

    Strengths
    ✔ Comprehensive Curriculum – Strong balance of theory and practice.
    ✔ Engaging Learning Methods – Case studies, discussions, and interactive exercises.
    ✔ Expert-Led Instruction – Valuable insights from experienced GCED professionals.
    ✔ Practical Application – Emphasis on real-world implementation.
    ✔ Diverse Perspectives – Global case studies enhance cross-cultural understanding.

    Areas for Improvement
    More Context-Specific Examples – Greater inclusion of localized case studies.

    Expanded Policy Discussions – Deeper exploration of institutional and national policy implementation.

    Enhanced Networking Opportunities – Stronger peer collaboration and knowledge-sharing platforms.

    Final Evaluation
    An outstanding course for educators, policymakers, and lifelong learning professionals committed to fostering global citizenship. With a structured curriculum, interactive methodologies, and expert facilitation, it effectively prepares practitioners to address global challenges through education.

    ⭐ Rating: 4.7/5
    Highly recommended for those dedicated to inclusive, equitable, and sustainable education.
  • Awang Dzulkarnain Awangku Syahrudin
    Very useful to me and I learnt a lot about Global decision, Thank you very much for providing this course to all of us in asia pacific region.
  • Maxwell Lainez
    This course has been beneficial for me, particularly in fostering a global perspective, especially in the context of education. I intend to continue utilizing this knowledge to further my learning in the future. Thank you for providing this opportunity.
  • Nurul Maidah
    This course is good for me. It's usefull for me to know and think globbally especially relate to education. I would like to use this for learn more in the future. Thank you.
  • Fegens Louis Jeune
    why you erase me in this course ?
    i don t know what happened
  • Deepti Singh
    Very useful for my current work and future endeavors.
  • Fahma Geedi
    Very useful to me and I learnt a lot about Global decision, Thank you very much for providing this course
  • Tanya Pittayapitak
    Useful and concise course to gain important knowledge about GCED. Thank you very much for providing this course for our world.
  • Fatima Soner
    The lectures helped me gain insights and knowledge about Global Citizenship Education. This course is highly recommended because the importance and need for GCED can be helpful for everyone in the world.
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