QUICK RESOURCE SHEET #6

International Education Week

 

'An international dimension in education is extremely important. It shows that all of us are living in, and young people are growing up in, a global environment.'
Charles Clarke MP, Secretary of State for Education and Skills, UK

 

The week of November 15th to 19th has been proclaimed International Education Week. Whether you’re familiar with this event, or it’s the first time you’ve heard about it, there are many ideas available online for incorporating the themes of International Education Week into your teaching. As usual, check out the links below, but don’t hesitate to seek out other resources.

 

 

http://www.oxfam.org.uk/coolplanet/teachers/latest.htm

 

One of the key features of the Oxfam site is a curriculum for global citizenship. There is also a list of tips for establishing meaningful links with schools in the developing world.

 

http://www.iew-sei.ca/iew-sei/index.htm

 

This is Canada’s official International Education Week home online. The bilingual site, attractively designed, has a useful Resources page, with links to many organizations and suggested activities.

 

http://exchanges.state.gov/iew/

 

This site, the result of a joint effort between the US Department of State and Department of Education, includes a variety of downloadable materials. Take the Global IQ Quiz!

 

http://www.teachernet.gov.uk/educationoverview/events/iew/

 

This UK-based site celebrating International Education Week highlights the theme of building international education links through sport.