Fostering a Sense of Global Citizenship: Effective Planning Strategy for Global Action Project for High School Students in PAAC Club

The Pacific and Asian Affairs Council (PAAC) in Hawai’i provides high school students with global education opportunities through student-led clubs. In these clubs, students are required to work on a Global Action Project (GAP) that addresses a local issue that is aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). Unfortunately, many students produce ineffective projects because they lack experience identifying and scoping appropriate problems. To address this issue, an asynchronous online learning module was designed using Articulate Rise 360. The purpose of the learning module was to help students effectively define and analyze problems. The instruction featured scenario-based learning to enhance students’ engagement and application in the real world. Usability testing (n=3) involved synchronous sessions with PAAC staff and led to refinements in visual design and instructional clarity. Learning effectiveness testing (n=13) included pre and post-tests and an attitudinal survey to measure participants’ understanding and overall perceptions of the instruction. Learning effectiveness results showed an increase in students’ ability to scope and analyze problems. Future iterations will include collaborative learning, enabling students to learn in clubs.