"Worldmindedness is no longer a luxury but a necessity for survival in the new millennium. Encountering diverse viewpoints and perspectives engenders, too, a richer understanding of self”.(G. Pike & D. Selby, 2000, p.12)
因應全球化下的需求,我們要成為具有全球視野global perspectives,有世界觀worldmindedness的現代公民…
十項世界公民的特徵:
Inquirers 善於探尋的人
- natural curiosity has been nurtured. 富有好奇心
- have acquired the skills necessary to conduct purposeful, constructive research. 具備從事有目的且有建設性的研究所需的技能
- actively enjoy learning, and their love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives. 樂在學習
Thinkers 善於思考的人
- exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to make sound decisions and to solve complex problems. 能主動運用縝密地思考能力,有創意地解決複雜的問題
Communicators 善於溝通的人
- receive and express ideas and information confidently in more than one language, including the language of mathematical symbols. 能自信地運用多種語文與數學符號來接收訊息與表達想法
Risk Takers 有冒險犯難精神的人
- approach unfamiliar situations without anxiety and have the confidence and independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. They are courageous and articulate in defending those things in which they believe. 面對不熟悉的狀況能夠冷靜處理而不焦慮,且具有自信心與獨立精神
Knowledgeable 見識廣博的人
- have spent time in our schools exploring themes which have global relevance and importance. In doing so, they have acquired a critical mass of significant knowledge. 能探索全球相關與重要的議題,且具有相當的全球性知識
Principled 堅守原則的人
- have a sound grasp of the principles of moral reasoning. 能夠領悟道德推理的原則
- have integrity, honesty and a sense of fairness and justice. 有正直、誠實、公平與富正義感的心
Caring 關懷他人的人
- show sensitivity towards the needs and feelings of others. 敏銳地感受他人的需求與感覺
- have a sense of personal commitment to action and service. 有使命感地行動與進行服務
Open-Minded 有開闊胸襟的人
- respect the views, values and traditions of other individuals and cultures, and are accustomed to seeking and considering a range of points of view. 尊重並尋求對於他人的觀點、價值與傳統的瞭解,具有包容性
Well-Balanced 身心靈平衡的人
- understand the importance of physical and mental balance and personal well-being. 了解身心靈平衡的重要性。
Reflective 懂得反思自省的人
- give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and analyse their personal strengths and weaknesses in a constructive manner. 對於自我的學習有建設性地進行思考,並分析自我的優缺點
~ 可用來幫助教師與學生建立教學目標,計劃學習的單元,以及評量學習表現 ~
參考資料:
International Baccalaureate Organization, 2002, The Primary Years Programme
謝忠安 2006? 華語文教材編寫與設計0210
Pike, G. & Selby, D. (2000). In the global classroom 2. Toronto: Pippin Publishing.