Application of interdisciplinary approaches in global civic education: an international school case study

This paper explores the application of interdisciplinary approaches in global civic education. Through case studies of international schools, it highlights the importance of interdisciplinary teaching in fostering global citizenship awareness. The background section introduces the definition of global civic education and its significance in today's society, emphasizing the critical role of interdisciplinary methods in education. By analyzing specific practices from multiple international schools, the paper reveals how different institutions design and implement interdisciplinary instruction. It also delves into assessment methods for student learning outcomes and the impact of interdisciplinary approaches on enhancing students' global citizenship awareness. Ultimately, the results show that interdisciplinary teaching can effectively promote students' global perspective, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Finally, the paper summarizes the main findings and offers recommendations for the future development of global civic education, including strengthening teacher training and supporting intercultural educational collaboration.