1: Global Citizen Math

• Description: The "Global Citizen Math" activity aligns with ISTE Standard 7a, focusing on fostering global connections among students. Aimed at grades 6-12, this resource encourages learners to explore mathematical concepts while addressing real-world issues that have global implications. The activity challenges students to apply their mathematical skills in analyzing data related to global citizenship topics, such as climate change, economic disparities, and social justice. By engaging in collaborative problem-solving and using technology for research, students enhance their understanding of how mathematical reasoning can influence global awareness and decision-making. This resource empowers educators to create lessons that not only strengthen students' mathematical abilities but also promote critical thinking and a sense of responsibility toward global challenges. Through this integration, students become informed global citizens, capable of using their knowledge to effect positive change in their communities and beyond.

• Link: https://iste.web.unc.edu/activity/7a-global-citizen-math-grades-6-12/

2: Global Citizen Ela

• Description: The "Global Citizen English Language Arts" activity for grades 6-12 is designed to align with ISTE Standard 7a, which emphasizes global connections and collaboration. This resource encourages students to explore global issues through the lens of language arts, fostering an understanding of diverse perspectives and cultures. In this activity, students engage with texts and media from around the world, analyzing how language and communication influence societal changes. They participate in discussions and projects that require critical thinking about global issues such as human rights, environmental justice, and cultural diversity. By incorporating technology, students collaborate with peers, both locally and internationally, to share their findings and perspectives. This activity empowers students to become more aware of global challenges and prepares them to be active, informed participants in a globally connected society, utilizing both their language skills and digital literacy to make meaningful contributions.

• Link: https://iste.web.unc.edu/activity/7a-global-citizen-english-language-arts-grades-6-12/

3: 7b Math Global Citizens

• Description: The "Global Citizen Math" activity for grades 6-12 aligns with ISTE Standard 7b, which focuses on engaging with multiple viewpoints. This resource promotes the use of mathematics to address global issues and encourages students to analyze real-world problems from diverse cultural and societal perspectives. Through activities like examining global economic data or calculating statistics related to climate change, students develop a deeper understanding of how math can be applied to global challenges. By incorporating collaboration and critical thinking, this resource fosters students' ability to work in teams, evaluate different viewpoints, and propose solutions to global problems using mathematical reasoning. The activity helps students become global citizens who can navigate and solve complex issues by engaging with multiple perspectives and applying their math skills in practical, impactful ways.

• Link: https://iste.web.unc.edu/activity/7b-global-citizen-math-grades-6-12/

4: Exchange ideas on the Worldwide web

• Description: The "Exchange Ideas on the Worldwide Web" activity for grades 9-12 aligns with ISTE Standard 7, which emphasizes global collaboration and the exchange of ideas through technology. In this resource, students use digital tools to engage in discussions with peers from around the world on global issues, such as climate change, economic inequality, or technological advancements. The activity encourages students to consider different perspectives, collaborate on solutions, and develop their digital communication skills. By participating in global conversations, students enhance their understanding of diverse cultures and viewpoints while practicing responsible online communication. This activity promotes critical thinking and global citizenship.

• Link: https://iste.web.unc.edu/activity/exchange-ideas-on-the-worldwide-web-9-12/

5: 7c Math Global citizen

• Description: The "Global Citizen Math" activity for grades 6-12 connects to ISTE Standard 7c, which focuses on students working in project teams to explore real-world problems. This resource provides a framework for students to collaborate using mathematical concepts to analyze global data sets and solve complex issues such as climate change, population growth, and resource allocation. By working together, students enhance their ability to communicate ideas, apply critical thinking, and learn from diverse perspectives. The activity fosters global awareness while strengthening both mathematical and teamwork skills, preparing students for collaborative problem-solving in an increasingly interconnected world.

• Link: https://iste.web.unc.edu/activity/7c-global-citizen-math-grades-6-12/

6: 7d Math Global Citizen

• Description: The "Global Citizen Math" activity for grades 9-12 aligns with ISTE Standard 7d, which emphasizes using technology to address local and global issues. This resource encourages students to apply advanced mathematical analysis to real-world data, such as global health statistics or economic trends, and explore how these impact communities both locally and globally. By tackling these complex problems, students enhance their problem-solving and analytical skills, while also learning how their contributions can make a difference on a larger scale. This activity promotes civic engagement and critical thinking, enabling students to connect mathematical learning to meaningful, real-world challenges.

• Link: https://iste.web.unc.edu/activity/7d-global-citizen-math-grades-9-12/

7: Calculating carbon Footprints

• Description: The "Calculating Carbon Footprints" activity for grades 3-12 supports ISTE Standard 7d by promoting awareness of global environmental issues through technology. This activity encourages students to assess their personal and collective carbon footprints using digital tools, thereby fostering a better understanding of sustainability and environmental impact. Students engage with real-world data and use it to calculate emissions, analyze their behaviors, and explore solutions for reducing their environmental footprint. This resource aligns with global citizenship, teaching students to use technology to comprehend and address critical issues like climate change, both on a personal level and within their broader community.

• Link: https://iste.web.unc.edu/activity/calculating-carbon-footprints-3-12/

ISTE Standard 7, Global Collaborator, pushes students to expand their understanding of the world by using digital tools to connect with peers across the globe. It’s not just about teamwork; it’s about exposing students to diverse perspectives and real-world issues they might otherwise overlook. This standard encourages students to step outside their local environments and engage with global problems, developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the process. By working in digital project teams, students don't just learn collaboration—they practice leadership, empathy, and responsibility. These are essential skills in today’s interconnected world. They also learn to navigate the complexity of multiple viewpoints, which is crucial in an era where global collaboration is often necessary to tackle big challenges like climate change or inequality. In short, Standard 7 equips students with the mindset and tools to be active, thoughtful participants in a global society, ready to influence positive change.