Knowledge that Counts in a Global Community

This insightful book emphasizes the importance of curriculum integration for addressing global challenges, advocating for educational reforms that prepare students for active citizenship.

This book delves into the significant role of curriculum integration within an educational landscape where traditional, discipline-segregated curricula prevail. Despite the reality that most global challenges are interdisciplinary in nature, Knowledge that Counts in a Global Community argues for a paradigm shift in how we educate future generations. As we navigate the complexities of the third millennium, pressing issues like climate change and sustainability demand a more integrated approach to learning that prepares students for both local and global citizenship.

With an increasing urgency to reform educational practices, the book highlights how both educators and policymakers are seeking effective strategies to engage students with critical global issues. It underscores the necessity for a curriculum that not only imparts knowledge but also fosters informed and active citizenship. By presenting curriculum integration as a powerful educational tool, Knowledge that Counts in a Global Community aims to equip young learners with the ability to think critically across disciplines and contribute meaningfully to their communities and the world.

The authors draw on over a decade of research to provide a thorough examination of the themes of global knowledge and curriculum integration. They explore fundamental questions about the nature of curriculum, knowledge, and learning, ultimately challenging readers to consider what outcomes we aspire to achieve for twenty-first-century students. This book serves as an essential resource for educators, researchers, and anyone invested in the future of educational policy reform.