Don't Just
Don't just learn, experience.
Don't just read, absorb.
Don't just change, transform.
Don't just relate, advocate.
Don't just promise, prove.
Don't just criticize, encourage.
Don't just think, ponder.
Don't just take, give.
Don't just see, feel.
Don’t just dream, do.
Don't just hear, listen.
Don't just talk, act.
Don't just tell, show.
Don't just exist, live.”
- Roy T. Bennett -
Music
Commencing the academic day, encouraging the cultivation of creativity; the music component of Global Perspectives enriched students’ knowledge and perception of music around the world. Areas of study included the cultural importance of music, the music in world religions, music of India, Africa, Cuba and Germany, protest songs and learning to play the ukulele. The students were assessed on their ability to perform and convey information. Additionally, they were provided with opportunities as travelers to apply knowledge among communities of real-life musicians. On two occasions we were able to take our singing
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EnglishWithin the program, English was a staple to many integrated assignments. Students had the opportunity to experience traditional curricular teachings including learning how to correctly write an essay, analyzing literary texts and reading novels. However, they also thought beyond the conventional realm; channeling creativity, experiencing Cuba and Germany and applying knowledge and themes accordingly.
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World Religion
The World Religion course enabled students to ‘check their biases at the door’ and develop a greater appreciation for religion as academics. The students had opportunities to learn about history, culture and religion cumulatively. Through research, presentation and experience, students became more educated on religion's role within society.
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World IssuesThe World Issues class covered a broad range of topics, focusing on providing students with a foundation of skills that they can employ as researchers and globally informed citizens. Additionally, many projects allowed students to learn about global issues and display their findings and perspectives.
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Politics In Action Making Change
Politics in Action and Making Change encouraged students to stay connected and informed on issues and political changes in Barrie, Ontario, Canada and the World. It gave way for open conversations, debates and displays of knowledge. The class entailed many guest speakers including former students, political leaders, and active members of the community. This course gave students the academic resources and content needed to be effective changemakers. Specifically, the class acted as the allotted time to make the humanitarian aid project to Cuba possible. Politics in Action and Making Change also armed students with the information required for their travels.
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