This strand explores how the Eastern Caribbean is connected to and participates in international organizations. Students develop capacity to interpret, understand, analyze and use social media while examining social issues, the electoral process, democratic rights, and the importance of global interdependence for sustainable development.
To appreciate that complex global problems require international cooperation to make choices for the future.
Students explore what shapes national identity including cultural heritage, geography, political systems, and history, and examine diverse ways citizens demonstrate pride in their national identity.
Knowledge, Skills, and Values outcomes with codes
Suggested activities and teaching approaches
National Identity: Shaped by Cultural Heritage (history, language, traditions), Geography (location, landscape, resources), Political Systems (democratic participation, legal systems, symbols), Globalization (foreign cultural influence), and Historical Context (colonization, independence).
International Organizations: WHO improves health globally; PAHO focuses on Americas health; World Bank supports development projects; UNESCO promotes education/culture; UNICEF protects children's rights; FAO addresses hunger; IOM assists migrants. Organizations have 30+ member countries sharing common goals.
Electoral Process: Includes voter registration, campaigns, rallies, voting day, counting, results. Democratic rights include right to vote, stand for election, freedom of speech/assembly. Voting is a fundamental right, not a privilege for a few.
Media Literacy: Types include Print, Broadcast, Digital, Outdoor. Media roles: Information, Education, Entertainment, Persuasion, Connecting People. Bias occurs due to ownership, target audience, profit, cultural perspectives. Fake news identification requires checking sources, verifying with multiple sources, looking for credentials.
Interactive activities and projects for Civic Participation and global citizenship
Engage students with hands-on activities covering national identity, international organizations, social issues, electoral processes, and media literacy. Each activity promotes active citizenship and global awareness.
