GLOBAL CONTEXTS FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING

In the classroom and beyond, contexts are important for ensuring meaningful and engaging learning experiences. In the MYP, global contexts provide direction for contextual learning through issues and ideas of personal, local and global significance. Global contexts make learning relevant and enable students to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes and habits of a globally engaged, interculturally aware and internationally minded person. In this workshop, you will develop an understanding of the importance of contextual teaching and learning for students, the key role it plays in students´ MYP experience and how to develop tasks that ensure contextual learning will occur. You will discuss the importance of globally relevant contexts for promoting student inquiry, responsible action and critical reflection in a rapidly-changing world. Additionally, the workshop will explore an array of strategies and resources to create teaching and learning communities in which students can increase their understanding of language(s) and culture(s) in engaging settings.