Group+I+Intro+Global+Issues+Final+Thought


 * The Gist**

I. Global issues will not go away, students are unprepared if not internationally literate prepared. II. International studies, knowledge -General awareness of many issues. -In-depth knowledge of one global issue. -Able to recognize inter-relatedness of global issues. -Aware that their knowledge is always incomplete. III. International studies skills. -Learn how to learn. -Process data effectively. -When comfronted with conflicting information, suspend judgement, reserve feelings, gather data and think critically. IV. International skills participation. -Action is measure of worth. -Neither too optimistic nor pesimistic in their approach to global problems. -Understand, does empower to make a difference.


 * Final Thought...**

Students need knowledge and skills to act, not just think.


 * The [|Gems]**

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