Your Name and Title: Jessica Chung, Training and Outreach Manager
School or Organization Name: Foundations, Inc.
Co-Presenter Name(s): Tania Lazar
Area of the World from Which You Will Present: New Jersey, USA
Language in Which You Will Present: English
Target Audience(s): Teachers, informal educators, youth-serving program staff
Short Session Description (one line): Gain an exciting strategy for increasing student engagement in global learning with Global GraffitiWalls.
Full Session Description (as long as you would like):
In this global age, knowing about different places and ways of life, understanding world connections, and being able to work, play and relate to people from diverse backgrounds is essential for all youth. Foundations, Inc. developed Global GraffitiWalls as a way to engage kids in active learning about the world in order to build the knowledge and 21st century skills required to succeed in this ever-changing global landscape.
This interactive session will show you how Global GraffitiWalls can transform your learning space and increase student interest and engagement in global ideas, perspectives, and issues. Explore fun puzzles, games and activities with a global view and discuss ways to create your own. You will also gain tools and techniques for involving families and your community.
Foundations, Inc. is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization committed to improving educational experiences for America's children and youth – throughout the day, everywhere they learn. We work with in-school and afterschool leaders, educators, directors and organizations to help build the high quality programs all children deserve. Each year, hundreds of practitioners benefit from our trainings on developing, planning and implementing dynamic places for learning and healthy development for children grades K-12.
Websites / URLs Associated with Your Session: www.foundationsinc.org
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