Global Citizenship In The 21st Century

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The 21st century has brought with it several new challenges as well as opportunities that will demand a different approach to education. In today’s world it has become increasingly necessary for the young college bound as well as for the children in our fast changing world to acquire the necessary attitudes, skills and knowledge which will enable and enhance them to thrive and adapt as well as live and work in a global society. One of the several issues that are affecting our world today is global poverty, this will require an innovative generation who will be able to find solutions to combat poverty. Additionally, the inequalities and injustices in our society require individuals who recognize the value of participation, who promotes human rights and who realizes that our lives are interlinked and interconnected together in the increasingly globalised world (KARLBERG M, 2010). This is why the development of global citizenship in the current curriculum today …show more content…

This education has influenced me to become a part of a global citizen as it enhances more understanding of citizenship in today’s increasingly global society by providing information regarding economic, cultural, political and social forces that influence human experiences around the world. The course provides a curriculum of excellence as it recognizes our responsibilities with the natural environment and towards each other around the globe. Through this course, I will be in a better position to take my place in the globalized world and contribute to it in a positive, effective, successful, and confident manner I believe that education for global citizenship will develop people’s sense of responsibilities within the communities at a national and global level, that will enable them to formulate an more informed decision and develop the ability to take responsible and thoughtful actions locally as well as

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