Global Competence and the Common Core: Designing Engaging Units That Incorporate Both

Presenter Information

Amy Mullins, Bluffton University
Amy Wood, Marion City Schools

Abstract

This article explores the notion of integrating global competence into student learning. An analysis of the relationship between the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and the tenets of global competence is presented. Not only is there a correspon- dence between CCSS and the underpinning elements of global competence, but global competence enhances the fundamental as- pects of the CCSS. The constituent parts of a global lesson, four domains and four quality components are defined. The process of creat- ing a unit, that originates with the CCSS and incorporates global competence is delineated. The process of creating global units that are grounded with the CCSS is applicable to all content and grade levels.

Recommended Citation

Mullins, Amy and Wood, Amy (2015) "Global Competence and the Common Core: Designing Engaging Units That Incorporate Both," Ohio Journal of Teacher Education: Vol. 29: No. 1, Article 8.
Available at: https://www.exhibit.xavier.edu/ojte/vol29/iss1/8