Young people are bombarded daily with information on global issues such as violence, poverty, hunger, prejudice, and environmental degradation. Education for Development encourages pupils to explore these and other concerns in a positive and empowering way. It promotes cooperative skills and a global perspective. Education for Development helps young people apply what they learn to their own lives and communities, making the link between global and local concerns.Education for Development provides teachers of all subjects and all levels from primary to secondary, with exciting and practical classroom activities that can be easily integrated into the existing curriculum. The book is divided into five sections that explore the central concepts: interdependence; images and perceptions; social justice; conflict and conflict resolution; and change and the future. Teachers get a conceptual framework for global learning, yet they are free to select activities appropriate to the student's age and current interests.Packed with photographs, drawings and photocopiable materials for use with students, this book will help teachers harness the immense excitement generated by global issues. Read Less