In IB Language and Literature, "global issues" refers to topics that have widespread significance and impact across different cultures and societies. You will explore these global issues through both literary works and non-literary texts, analysing how authors portray and address issues such as social inequality, environmental breakdown, human rights, globalisation, conflict, and more.
Global Issues are designed to encourage critical thinking and engage you with the issues that affect the world around us; they help you to become Global Citizens who are caring and knowledgeable.
Culture, identity and community
Beliefs, values and education
Politics, power and justice
Art, creativity and the imagination
Science, technology and the environment
1. Identity
2. Perspective
3. Culture
4. Communication
5. Representation
6. Creativity
7. Transformation
SEE BELOW EXAMPLES OF GLOBAL ISSUES IN PRACTICE
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