Year
1984
Paper Type
Master's Thesis
College
College of Education and Human Services
Degree Name
Master of Education (MEd)
Department
Education
First Advisor
Dr. Mary Sue Terrell
Second Advisor
Dr. Paul Eggen
Third Advisor
Dr. Royal Van Horn
Abstract
The purpose of this project was to develop a curriculum for global education appropriate for kindergarten children. A review of relevant literature provided concepts and themes that researchers consider essential components for inclusion in any global education program. Recommendations were made as to when and how the subject should be introduced in the classroom. Activities emphasized three important themes: We are one race, the human race, living on a small planet, earth; people are more alike than they are different, basic human needs bind people together; and, people of the world, even with different points of view, can live, work together, and learn from each other. These themes were introduced through the study of three countries; Africa, Japan, and Mexico. Conclusions arrived at through the review of the literature and development of the curriculum unit were included as were recommendations for possible improvement and expansion of this project.
Suggested Citation
Cannon, Ann Davis, "Global Education for Young Children: A Curriculum Unit for the Kindergarten Classroom" (1984). UNF Graduate Theses and Dissertations. 22.
https://digitalcommons.unf.edu/etd/22