Incorporate a Global Perspective
Address one or more of the IU Indianapolis Dimensions of Global Learning in your syllabus
There are multiple ways to add an international perspective to your course including:
- Articulate global learning outcomes for the course in the syllabus
- Add readings on global issues prevalent in your field of study
- Incorporate the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into your course
- Encourage international students in your course to share their perspective and expertise
- Create opportunities for intercultural learning by assigning domestic and international students to work together
- Identify local opportunities for global learning on campus and in the community
- Design a research project or use a case study that examines the global implications or aspects of the field or discipline
- Feature a guest speaker of public speech (TED Talk) from someone who has significant experience working or living in another country
- Invite a student from OIA’s Global Voices Speakers Program
- Use the IU Indianapolis Global Crossroads Classroom to facilitate a virtual exchange with students or professionals in another country
- Engage with the world through videoconferencing in the Global Crossroads Classroom
- Connect students to international subject matter experts and professionals in your field
- Explore research or joint teaching opportunities with colleagues at IU Indianapolis international partnership institutions
- Consider whether international service learning is a good fit for your course
Contact Leslie Bozeman, Director, Curriculum Internationalization, to schedule a consultation
