Measure Global Competency
observation tools
Use these tools with Global Cities' Codebook for Global Student Learning Outcomes to set expectations for student learning before instruction and/or to observe evidence of the indicator in student work after instruction.
1-AD Observation Tool Awareness of how one’s life and the lives of others are influenced by broader cultural and historical contexts
2-AD Observation Tool Awareness of one’s culture (behaviors, identity, beliefs)
7-AD Observation Tool Ability to listen to others and discuss issues in a respectful and unbiased way
31-GK Observation Tool Understanding that global issues are borderless and affect everyone
32-GK Observation Tool Understanding that global issues are complex
37-GK Observation Tool Ability to synthesize different perspectives on the same topic to draw conclusions about global issues
41-GE Observation Tool Ability to engage in inclusive problem solving
44-GE Observation Tool Recognition of the value of inclusive problem-solving
look-for tools
A translation of one indicator into student-friendly language that helps students understand what it means and how they can show it. We call this a “Look-for” tool because it describes what to look for in students’ writing, discussions, projects, posts, thinking, etc.
5-AD Look-For Tool Awareness of one’s identity as a citizen of one’s city
21-CU Look-For Tool Understanding of different cultures within one’s school, city, region, country, and world
22-CU Look-For Tool Understanding that problems may be solved differently depending on cultural factors
31-GK Look-For Tool Understanding that global issues are borderless and affect everyone
45-GE Look-For Tool Recognition of one’s capacity to advocate for and contribute to local, regional, or global improvement