Global and Local Teachers in Education

Aug 22, 2024

Lecture Notes: Global and Local Teachers Professional

Introduction

  • Discussion on the difference between global and local teachers.
  • Overview of the 21st Century Philippine Education Master Plan (2015-2025).
    • Focused on cultural rootedness, experiential learning, community development, and international linkages.

Learning Outcomes

  • Describe global and local teachers.
  • Infer the demands of globalization on teacher professionals.
  • Explore how teachers can prepare learners for the future.

Preparing for the Future

  • Teachers must envision creative ways to prepare diverse learners.
  • Importance of understanding changing educational needs to assist students in developing skills and competencies.
  • Responsibility of teachers to create learning experiences that prepare students as leaders and innovators.

Global Education

  • Concept of a shrinking world due to technology and the internet.
    • Global education connects people worldwide.
  • Definitions of Global Education by UNESCO:
    1. Goal to develop countries worldwide and educate all people according to world standards.
    2. Curriculum focused on preparing youth to function in a global environment.
  • UNESCO Education 2030 and SDG 4:
    • Vision for inclusive, equitable quality education and lifelong learning for all.

Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 4) by 2030

  1. Quality Education - Ensure all children complete free, equitable, quality primary and secondary education.
  2. Early Childhood Development - Access to quality early childhood care and pre-primary education.
  3. Equal Access to Higher Education - Accessibility for all to technical, vocational, and tertiary education.
  4. Relevant Skills for Work - Increase relevant skills for employment and entrepreneurship.
  5. Gender Equality - Eliminate gender disparities in education.
  6. Vulnerable Groups - Ensure accessibility for persons with disabilities and indigenous peoples.
  7. Universal Youth Literacy - Achieve literacy and numeracy for all youth and adults.
  8. Education for Sustainable Development - Promote sustainable development through education.

21st Century Learning Goals

  • Content:
    • Global awareness, financial literacy, civic literacy, health awareness.
  • Skills:
    • Critical thinking, problem solving, communication, creativity, collaboration.
  • ICT Literacy:
    • Using technology effectively in learning contexts.
  • Life Skills:
    • Leadership, ethics, accountability, self-direction.

Differentiating Global and Local Teachers

Global Teacher

  • Competent, skilled, and equipped with modern educational technologies.
  • Able to teach learners globally with a broad perspective.

Local Teacher

  • Locally engaged but with a global perspective.
  • Focuses on community and context-based education.

Qualities of a Global Filipino Teacher

  • Cultural and Historical Routiness:
    • Incorporates learners' culture and history.
  • Contextualized Teaching:
    • Uses local materials and pedagogy.
  • Excellence and Responsiveness:
    • Professional competence and innovation.
  • Accountability and Integrity:
    • Positive role model with strong moral character.
  • Ecological Sensitivity:
    • Resilient and sustainable practices.
  • Nationalism:
    • Upholding Filipino identity amidst globalization.
  • Faith in Divine Providence:
    • Respect for human rights and peace.

Conclusion

  • Global education fosters connectivity among citizens while maintaining local foundations.
  • Technology enhances global learning opportunities.
  • Teachers need 21st-century skills to provide access to education for all learners.
  • Integration of global and local education is essential for future teaching.