Global+Literacy+Skills


 * [[image:global-literacy-logo.jpg align="right"]]Global literacy **
 * Global literacy to me is being able to see world issues from other peoples point of view not just your own. Through global literacy stereotypes will be a thing of the past and people will be accepted for the skills and talents that they bring to the table. Global literacy is the skills to build bridges of connections between to cultures to see similarities and appreciate the differences. **
 * Classroom Ideas **


 * Name : Austin
 * Subject Area : Physical Science
 * Ideas on incorporating global literacy skills in my curricular area :
 * Find what different areas of the world use for there energy source(es).
 * Examine how the water levels have changed throughout the world over the last decade by charting the changes in sea level. Then have the kids figure out which countries, islands, etc. will go underwater first if these conditions continue and you could even have them identify environmental and human factors that contribute to rising sea levels. Furthermore, you could have them examine what kind of living conditions exist in each area and would could be the potential damage agriculturally, economically and socially on an international scale.
 * When looking at climate and weather, have the students find another country that has the same temperature on any given day, the same amount of rainfall, etc. as the city/state they live in. Explore where the extremes are, etc.
 * Have students different regions and determine how that affects technology in that area. For example, Henry Doorly Zoo has the new Madagascar exhibit that shows how rapid deforestation has been detrimental to the country. So, researchers are helping villages with finding alternative sources for cooking fuel, and ways to burn wood 90% more efficiently.