Year 9
Develop a knowledge and understanding of the changing nature of our world due to globalisation and population growth. Develop a curiosity for the world, and be able to see the world through the eyes of other people from differing cultures. Think critically and creatively about how to solve some of the global challenges that exist. Each student will begin by considering their worldview and the end of the unit will create a representation of their worldview after the learning throughout this course. As this course is about the individual in a globalised world, any world events happening may be included as part of the learning. Self: Starting with self, the students will consider what their worldview is and how it is influenced. Questioning: Asking what they would like to know about a variety of concepts Globalisation: The students will investigate what is happening in the world, who is making a difference and current issues.