This annotated bibliography, one of four separate resources in the "Teach ERIC Resource Series," cites materials that will help elementary teachers incorporate a global approach into social studies instruction. All materials listed are available through the ERIC system and in journal articles. The purpose of the Series is to help familiarize…

Teaching about a multinational corporation (MNC) is a powerful way to raise the global awareness of students. Background information on MNC's and teaching suggestions are provided. (RM)

An annotated list of representative global education resources for elementary-level students and teachers includes textbooks, multimedia kits, and supplementary materials. It covers social studies series, other social studies materials, other curricular area materials, and teacher sources. (ND)

Social studies courses which do not include a global dimension are not properly preparing students for effective participation in their communities or within their nation. Resources and materials for teaching with a global perspective are listed. The multidisciplinary goals of global education are also included. (SR)

This article presents a list and short analysis of sources and resources for teaching about global hunger and poverty. Included in the article are teacher-student materials, background readings, and organizations and their resources. (Author/DE)

A guide to book, textbook, project, and game materials which express the idea that man is a single species and lives in a global society is presented. (SM)

"Globalchild" presents a well illustrated, easy-to-follow guide for teachers to incorporate multicultural activities into their classroom. Divided into six chapters, the first chapter helps teachers initiate the multicultural experience by setting the mood; introducing music and movement, art, discovery; and allowing group time and sharing of…

This bibliography identifies over 150 resources that help students understand the interdependent nature of the world. It is designed to be an overview rather than a comprehensive bibliography. Section I reviews books and articles that provide a basis for understanding the development of global education, its background, and basic definitions in…

A rationale for adding a global perspective to teaching is developed. Emphasis is placed on inquiry, the development of critical thinking and decision-making skills, clarification regarding value formation, and acquisition of sufficient information for analysis and understanding of other human beings. (SM)

Defines goals for social studies and outlines principles for selecting content, activities, resources, and strategies for training social studies teachers. Goals include awareness of key global issues, concern for the future, and willingness to take responsibility. A list of resource materials is also included. (KC)

Presented are the major international energy policy issues facing all nations, and a basis for analyzing current and proposed United States' energy policies and initiatives. Eleven issues are examined, all of which relate to one central theme: Are U.S. international energy and related policies consistent with domestic energy goals, national…

Five units are designed to assist kindergarten teachers in developing and implementing social studies programs which focus on introducing children to the world, its resources, and its peoples. Designed as a readiness program to help prepare kindergarten children for the primary grade social studies program, these units identify instructional…

This booklet introduces the problem of world hunger and provides information, facts, and perspectives about the crisis. Section one presents the reader with the basic facts of the hunger crisis through a self-survey, a statistical study of the developed Oil Producing Export Countries (OPEC), and a one-page indication of what one would have to give…

The ongoing debate about what constitutes a genocidal act is analyzed. Discussed is a humanistic definition of genocide, i.e., the wanton murder of a group of human beings on the basis of any identity whatsoever that they share--national, ethnic, racial, religious, political, geographical, or ideological. Examples of genocide are provided. (RM)

The fate of the individual who is singled out for oppression is explored. Specific examples are provided. International organizations trying to keep the issue of human rights before the public are described. (RM)