I see the value in this, but I am uncertain that it could be equally implemented and do not trust some nations, especially under current administrations, to pursue the effort fully.
I would say no as each nation has different culture/values and that should be the focus of each nation. I do support education of other cultures, but I dont think reforms are the way to implement this.
I see global citizenship and cultural diversity as important concepts to understand for developing persons, but implementation of educational reforms to emphasize these concepts sounds likely to miss …Read MoreI see global citizenship and cultural diversity as important concepts to understand for developing persons, but implementation of educational reforms to emphasize these concepts sounds likely to miss the mark of instilling such understanding unless it is executed in a subtle, nuanced way. So long as the nations are extremely mindful, it’s certainly a development that holds potential, though.Read Less
Generally, I am confused by these questions. The word “essential” is used, but the question of “essential for what” is never clarified in the question.
With that being said, I do think that there …Read MoreGenerally, I am confused by these questions. The word “essential” is used, but the question of “essential for what” is never clarified in the question.
With that being said, I do think that there is value in learning about cultural diversity. They can help create a more understanding environment and reduce insensitivity. The absence of cultural understanding can create animosity between ethnic groups (seen in instances like Croatia and North Macedonia pre-1900). Read Less
I see the value in this, but I am uncertain that it could be equally implemented and do not trust some nations, especially under current administrations, to pursue the effort fully.
I would say no as each nation has different culture/values and that should be the focus of each nation. I do support education of other cultures, but I dont think reforms are the way to implement this.
Yes, I think educating on global citizenship is essential to introduce students to an international perspective
I see global citizenship and cultural diversity as important concepts to understand for developing persons, but implementation of educational reforms to emphasize these concepts sounds likely to miss …Read MoreI see global citizenship and cultural diversity as important concepts to understand for developing persons, but implementation of educational reforms to emphasize these concepts sounds likely to miss the mark of instilling such understanding unless it is executed in a subtle, nuanced way. So long as the nations are extremely mindful, it’s certainly a development that holds potential, though. Read Less
Generally, I am confused by these questions. The word “essential” is used, but the question of “essential for what” is never clarified in the question.
With that being said, I do think that there …Read MoreGenerally, I am confused by these questions. The word “essential” is used, but the question of “essential for what” is never clarified in the question.
With that being said, I do think that there is value in learning about cultural diversity. They can help create a more understanding environment and reduce insensitivity. The absence of cultural understanding can create animosity between ethnic groups (seen in instances like Croatia and North Macedonia pre-1900). Read Less