Training Course on Integrating Global Competencies into Curriculum

Training Course on Integrating Global Competencies into Curriculum

Introduction

In today's increasingly interconnected world, educators are called to prepare students for global citizenship by embedding global competencies into the curriculum. Training Course on Integrating Global Competencies into Curriculum empowers teachers, curriculum developers, and school leaders to incorporate critical global skills—such as intercultural awareness, digital literacy, sustainability, and global collaboration—across all subject areas. With an emphasis on project-based learning, 21st-century skills, and inclusive practices, participants will gain strategies and tools to internationalize their curricula while aligning with educational standards and learner diversity.

The course is grounded in global education trends and UNESCO frameworks, equipping participants with practical knowledge to foster critical thinking, cross-cultural communication, empathy, and civic responsibility. By focusing on real-world applications, this training supports the development of future-ready learners who are equipped to address global challenges and thrive in multicultural environments. Participants will leave with actionable plans and a toolkit of digital resources, case studies, and curriculum templates tailored for global integration.

Course Objectives

1. Define and apply the principles of global competence in curriculum development.
2. Identify essential global skills in alignment with 21st-century education frameworks.
3. Integrate sustainability and social justice topics into lesson plans.
4. Design inclusive global learning environments for diverse student populations.
5. Apply digital tools for cross-border collaboration and virtual exchange.
6. Evaluate global case studies to foster cultural intelligence in learners.
7. Infuse SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) into classroom projects.
8. Foster critical thinking through global inquiry and issue-based learning.
9. Develop interdisciplinary lesson units with a global perspective.
10. Align global competencies with national curriculum standards and benchmarks.
11. Assess student progress using global competence rubrics and portfolios.
12. Implement experiential learning strategies like global simulations and debates.
13. Leverage AI and EdTech to enhance global engagement and communication.

Target Audiences

1. Primary and secondary school teachers
2. Curriculum specialists and developers
3. School administrators and education leaders
4. Education policymakers
5. Higher education faculty
6. Instructional designers
7. International education coordinators
8. Teacher training institutions

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Global Competence

• Understanding the four dimensions of global competence
• Global competence vs. traditional competencies
• Global trends in education and cultural shifts
• The role of global education in national development
• Integrating global learning in existing curricula
• Case Study: PISA global competence assessment in Finland

Module 2: 21st-Century Global Skills and Learning Outcomes

• Identifying transferable global skills
• Embedding creativity and problem-solving
• Aligning with future workforce demands
• Teaching global digital citizenship
• Differentiated instruction for skill mastery
• Case Study: Asia Society’s global skills rubric in U.S. high schools

Module 3: Curriculum Mapping for Global Integration

• Auditing existing curriculum for global entry points
• Designing interdisciplinary units
• Mapping SDGs to curriculum goals
• Connecting global themes across subjects
• Curriculum alignment strategies
• Case Study: IB Middle Years Programme’s global context alignment

Module 4: Technology and Virtual Exchange in Global Education

• Using EdTech tools for international collaboration
• Implementing global virtual classrooms
• Safe and ethical global digital interactions
• Digital storytelling for cultural expression
• Bridging the digital divide in education
• Case Study: ePals Global Community collaboration project

Module 5: Culturally Responsive and Inclusive Global Classrooms

• Principles of culturally responsive pedagogy
• Inclusive curriculum practices
• Managing bias and cultural sensitivity
• Supporting multilingual learners
• Anti-racist teaching strategies
• Case Study: Toronto District School Board inclusive education reform

Module 6: Global Project-Based and Experiential Learning

• Creating real-world global inquiry projects
• Service-learning and community engagement
• Simulations, debates, and model UN
• Global capstone project design
• Assessing experiential outcomes
• Case Study: Global Nomads Group’s youth engagement programs

Module 7: Measuring and Assessing Global Competence

• Performance-based assessments
• Student-led portfolios and reflections
• Peer feedback and collaborative rubrics
• Formative vs. summative assessment tools
• Aligning assessment with standards
• Case Study: OECD rubrics for global competence evaluation

Module 8: Action Planning and Implementation

• Building a global integration action plan
• Mobilizing schoolwide initiatives
• Engaging stakeholders and community partners
• Overcoming institutional barriers
• Monitoring and continuous improvement
• Case Study: British Council’s Connecting Classrooms impact

Training Methodology

• Interactive workshops and group discussions
• Hands-on curriculum design labs
• Case study analysis and reflective journaling
• Collaborative lesson planning
• Role-plays and simulation activities
• Online resources, readings, and multimedia support

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@datastatresearch.org or call +254724527104 

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

 We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to DATASTAT CONSULTANCY LTD account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.