The Role of Social Studies Teachers in Fostering Global Citizenship Awareness

Abstract

This academic article aims to present the role of social studies educators in cultivating global citizenship awareness among students in the 21st century, a time when the world is undergoing rapid changes in social, economic, political and cultural dimensions. Social studies teachers should promote a global citizenship perspective and methodologies to align with contemporary circumstances by emphasizing the development of skills such as analytical thinking, problem-solving, critical thinking, and critical analysis. Furthermore, they must foster awareness of cultural diversity, encourage constructive societal participation, and promote social and environmental responsibility. Social studies teachers need to design learning activities that foster global citizenship among students. These activities involve three essential components: educational strategies, global thinking, and the elements of building global citizenship. These components are essential for social studies teachers when creating learning tools, especially for teaching topics like civic culture and living in society. This includes teaching materials and assessment tools aimed at equipping students with essential 21st Century skills, such as learning and innovation skills, information, media, and technology skills, as well as life and career skills. The article presents the design of pedagogical activities to enhance students' comprehension of their role as global citizens, as well as analyzing the challenges and developmental strategies for social studies educators in preparing students to effectively address global challenges.