Global Scholars: International E-Classroom for Middle School Students

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Enrollment is now open for the 2014-15 session of Global Scholars, an international online learning program designed to connect students in cities around the world. Through a variety of Internet-based activities on a shared e-classroom, students ages 10-13 engage in dialogue with their international peers on topics of interest to all students in urban centers, developing global citizenship and enhancing critical 21st century skills.

Global Scholars is free of charge for all participating classes. An overview of the 2014-15 curriculum, which will focus on vital urban interests in water and environmental sustainability, can be viewed at: db.tt/4CqF2rc5. Additional information and a video tour of our e-classroom can be viewed at: globalcities.org/program-plans/global-scholars/. For more information and to enroll, please contact globalscholars@globalcities.org or call (212) 618-6345.