Developing a Global Perspective

"The complexities of modern life increasingly demand the informed involvement of every citizen. Decisions made in one part of the world have the potential to affect events in another part of the world."

"To think globally, however, is not simply a matter of deciding what is best for everyone, everywhere...We need to find a delicate balance between recognizing our diversity and maintaining an awareness of our common interests as citizens of the world and to engage in the kind of discourse that fosters a truly global perspective."
(2005). Ability-based learning outcomes, p. 43.

Statements of the Ability

Over time the statements describing Developing a Global Perspective (DGP) have evolved and changed. Below are links to statements of the ability (from the "4-pagers") used from 1973 to the present:

Name Changes

Achieve Understanding of the Relationship of the Individual and the Environment (Green Bible, August 1973)
Understanding of the Environment (1974)
Understanding of Individual/Environment Relationships (1976)
Taking Responsibility for the Environment (1981)
Environmental Responsibility (1984)
Taking Responsibility for the Global Environment (1985)
Taking Responsibility Toward the Global Environment (1989)
Responsibility for the Global Environment (1991)
Global Perspectives (1992)
Developing a Global Perspective (2000)

Leadership

Articles from Alverno Publications on Developing a Global Perspective

(1986) We are the world: Global education at Alverno. Alverno Magazine, p. 13-16 [PDF]

(1992) World links semester aims to develop global perspectives. Alverno Today, pg.1 [PDF]