A citizenship teaching resource for secondary schools

This teaching resource has been developed to introduce 13 to 17 year old students to concepts of global citizenship. By the very nature of its interactive methodology, it is cross-curricular and is useful for a wide range of subject matters. Global Lines is designed to help young people gain a better understanding of the world around them and their place within it. Along the way, it will open their eyes to concepts such as diversity, human rights, democracy, social justice and active participation. The activities in the pack put these abstract concepts into context by using real life case studies and interactive group exercises. Students will develop a real understanding of a wide range of social and humanitarian issues from around the world. At the same time they will be improving their wider skills; learning about forming opinions, how to research and debate, and the importance of listening to other people’s opinions.

This innovative teaching resource aims to help young people understand the world around them, and, in particular to understand conflict situations. It features:

* strong, well-presented case study material from Rwanda, Bosnia and Northern Ireland

* extensive resource material, including role cards, signs, posters, information cards and maps

* a wide range of photographs

* activities to analyse media coverage and understand the way photos are used by the press

* excellent coverage of the role of humanitarian agencies in conflict situations

Global Lines gives students the chance to look critically and closely at situations and locations not usually covered by the school curriculum.