North West Global Education Network

The 8 Key Concepts in the Global Dimension

Citizenship

Gaining the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to become informed, active, responsible global citizens e.g.

• explaining the role of national and international organisations throughout history
• highlighting different forms of action to effect change
• promoting discussion of the science-based issues that may affect pupils' own lives, the direction of society and the future of the world
• inspiring pupils to think about their own place in the world and their rights and responsibilities to other people
• studying issues of global significance
• teaching about democratic institutions and different political and societal structures at local, national and international levels
• encouraging pupils to participate and become active citizens
• promoting social skills involving co-operation and collaboration