Exploring Global Issues · Semester 1

Discussing Global Events and Local Impact

Engaging in collaborative discussions about international events and their local impact.

Key Questions

  1. How do global events affect our daily lives in a local context?
  2. What are the responsibilities of a global citizen in the 21st century?
  3. How can language be used to bridge cultural misunderstandings?

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Listening and Speaking (Oral Communication) - S1MOE: Language Use for Information and Communication - S1
Level: Secondary 1
Subject: English Language
Unit: Exploring Global Issues
Period: Semester 1

Suggested Methodologies

World Café

Rotating small-group conversations that build on each other

30–50 min

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Town Hall Meeting

Community meeting simulation with stakeholder roles

35–55 min

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