Welcome to World Class
World Class is a free educational program that supports elementary students in becoming responsible global citizens. Teachers lead classes through three learning stages: Think—teach lessons about global issues; Act—take actions that make a difference; and Change—reflect on changes in your students' values and perspectives. Watch the slideshow for more information and then register for your own World Class.
Welcome to World Class
World Class is a free educational program that supports elementary students in becoming responsible global citizens. Teachers lead classes through three learning stages: Think—teach lessons about global issues; Act—take actions that make a difference; and Change—reflect on changes in your students' values and perspectives. Watch the slideshow for more information and then register for your own World Class.
The World Class Program: 3 Learning Stages
Think
Begin by learning about global issues and citizenship. Upon registration teachers receive a private virtual classroom and hard and soft copies of GEAR, World Vision's Global Education Activity Resource. The GEAR kit includes curriculum-linked lessons and educational videos for grades 2 to 8 on topics such as rights and responsibilities, communities, water, education, the impact of HIV and AIDS on children and peace and conflict.
Act
Once students have expanded their awareness of global issues, it's time to take action. Teachers and students work together to plan and implement a meaningful action on an issue they are passionate about.
Change
Students reflect on their learning and actions by writing a classroom blog about the impact on their values and perspectives. They connect with other students across Canada by sharing their blog through the unique School Window tool. Upon completing this final stage, students receive official recognition as a World Class classroom.
Children's Rights
Find out what Canadian educators and students are thinking and doing.
Which children's rights are you and your class most interested in learning about?
World Class News
Last spring, students in the World Vision Club at Glen Dhu Public School held their first annual "Skip-a-Snack" day. Over 200 staff and students participated in the event that raised awareness about world hunger and over $500 in funds to fight it. Led by teacher Garry Howe, the school's World Vision Club will be entering its fourth year this fall. Read their "change" blog and become inspired!
World Class Events
Hey World Class Schools!Did you know that all children in the world have a right to play and that this right is protected in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of a Child?World Class wants to see what play means to you! Shoot a one-minute video capturing your point of view about the right to play for a chance to win a World Vision Giving Card to purchase toys, sports and school equipment for children in a developing country.
Staff Room
A space just for educators. Enter here to connect, dialogue and share ideas and resources with colleagues across Canada.
In this password protected space you can connect with teachers and schools participating in World Class, link to activities and resources posted by teachers, and participate in blogs and discussion boards to share ideas, ask questions and get answers from other global educators.