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1.
Visual
Presence:
Is there an immediate visual presence of global connections as one enters
the school? Do these images reflect
cultures and identities of a diversity of students, including migrant workers,
handicapped students, minority and ESL students and their families?
2.
Foreign
Language Programs:
Do
all students in the school have an opportunity to study a foreign language?
At what age can students begin to study?
Is
proficiency in at least one foreign language a high school graduation requirement? 3.
Sister
School Connections:
Does
the school have a “sister school” relationship with another school?
Is
there a practice of trying to maintain a connection for three consecutive
years to develop a stronger connection? 4.
Exchange
Teacher on Staff:
Does
the school have a teacher from another country as part of its teaching
staff? 5.
Globally
Related Activities: Does
the school calendar include special days and weeks of global focus? 6.
International
Exchange Programs for Students: Does
the school or school district participate in accredited programs to send
students abroad and to host international students? 7.
International
Baccalaureate Programs:
Does
the district participate in the International Baccalaureate Program? 8.
International
Curriculum Planning:
Do
staff have curriculum planning time or professional development opportunities
to infuse a global perspective into their subject areas and grade levels? 9. For Credit Opportunities for Students and Staff: Do staff and administrators receive professional development credit or pay scale increases for study-based travel, mentoring, supervision, research or exchange teaching?
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10.
Technology
Supports Global Connectivity:
Does
the district technology plan include and facilitate technological connections
abroad?
11.
International
Guests in the Classroom:
Does
the school have a relationship with area colleges to invite international
students and staff into classrooms? 12.
Curriculum
and Resources Review and Evaluation:
Do
librarians, media specialists and curriculum directors have professional
development opportunities in areas of global and multicultural studies? 13.
In-depth
Study of One Region or Issue:
Do
students have time, resources and techniques to do in-depth study of one
region or issue? 14.
Balance
and Fairness in the Classroom:
Do
teachers have guidelines and support for dealing with controversy in the
classroom? 15.
Encouragement
of Heritage Languages:
Are
students who speak a heritage language given opportunities to build and
expand their language skills? 16.
Fundraising
for International Education:
Do
collaborators know how to seek funding, such as state and federal grants
or partnerships with local businesses or colleges, for international study? 17.
Extracurricular
Activities:
Are
student organizations encouraged to include multicultural issues as part
of their projects? 18.
Lighted
Schoolhouse:
Are
school buildings open in the evenings for computer use, enrichment or English
classes and opportunities for students and parents to study together? 19. Media Visibility: Does the community know about existing successful programs?
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