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Rapport relatif à l'enquête sur la mise en oeuvre de la Feuille de route pour l'éducation artistique Year of publication: 2010 Corporate author: UNESCO The Road Map for Arts Education is a reference document that aims to explore the role of arts education in meeting the need for creativity and cultural awareness in the 21st Century, while placing emphasis on the strategies required to introduce or promote arts education in the learning environment. Within this conceptual framework, all UNESCO Member States interested in initiating or developing arts education practices can mould their own national policy guidelines, adapted to their socio-cultural specificities. With the Road Map, UNESCO advocates the essential role of arts education within societies, to create a common ground of understanding for all stakeholders. The development of the Road Map for Arts Education was a lengthy and comprehensive consultation process. The document was first elaborated by a group of experts and UNESCO, then presented at the First World Conference on Arts Education (Lisbon, 2006) and later revised and updated, following recommendations from NGOs and Member States. The Road Map was finally distributed to the UNESCO Member States in November 2007 in English and French and then translated into Spanish and Russian following popular demand. More than a year after this distribution, UNESCO launched a wide-ranging survey in order to assess the implementation of the Road Map in its 193 Member States. Through its National Commissions, the Organization relayed this document to Ministries of both Education and Culture. The aim of this exercise was threefold: to learn whether the Road Map was being applied and to what extent it was influencing policy decisions at national level; to act as a reminder of the importance of the UNESCO reference document and encourage its use; finally, to assess the situation of arts education in the responding countries. Thus, this survey not only acted as a catalyst for the implementation of the Road Map, but also provided precious knowledge on arts education around the world. The Member States’ responses also contributed greatly to the Second World Conference on Arts Education (Seoul, May 2010), inspiring one of its main themes and the topics for a number of workshops. They also encouraged a more integral participation of these States in the conference through preparatory consultations. Report on the survey on the implementation of the road map for arts education Year of publication: 2010 Corporate author: UNESCO The Road Map for Arts Education is a reference document that aims to explore the role of arts education in meeting the need for creativity and cultural awareness in the 21st Century, while placing emphasis on the strategies required to introduce or promote arts education in the learning environment. Within this conceptual framework, all UNESCO Member States interested in initiating or developing arts education practices can mould their own national policy guidelines, adapted to their socio-cultural specificities. With the Road Map, UNESCO advocates the essential role of arts education within societies, to create a common ground of understanding for all stakeholders. The development of the Road Map for Arts Education was a lengthy and comprehensive consultation process. The document was first elaborated by a group of experts and UNESCO, then presented at the First World Conference on Arts Education (Lisbon, 2006) and later revised and updated, following recommendations from NGOs and Member States. The Road Map was finally distributed to the UNESCO Member States in November 2007 in English and French and then translated into Spanish and Russian following popular demand. More than a year after this distribution, UNESCO launched a wide-ranging survey in order to assess the implementation of the Road Map in its 193 Member States. Through its National Commissions, the Organization relayed this document to Ministries of both Education and Culture. The aim of this exercise was threefold: to learn whether the Road Map was being applied and to what extent it was influencing policy decisions at national level; to act as a reminder of the importance of the UNESCO reference document and encourage its use; finally, to assess the situation of arts education in the responding countries. Thus, this survey not only acted as a catalyst for the implementation of the Road Map, but also provided precious knowledge on arts education around the world. The Member States’ responses also contributed greatly to the Second World Conference on Arts Education (Seoul, May 2010), inspiring one of its main themes and the topics for a number of workshops. They also encouraged a more integral participation of these States in the conference through preparatory consultations. 
Considerations on the follow-up of the United Nations International Year for the Rapprochement of Cultures with regard to implementation of the Kyiv Statement towards Mutual Understanding and Dialogue Year of publication: 2011 Corporate author: UNESCO As one of the co-initiators of the International Year for the Rapprochement of Cultures, Ukraine proposed to initiate a general discussion regarding the protection of monuments and sites with religious or spiritual meaning (hereinafter referred to as religious2 and sacred3 properties) at the international level. This discussion was timely and in line with one of the four themes, selected to build an action plan for the Year in the fields of UNESCO’s competence, namely to promote reciprocal knowledge of cultural, ethnic, linguistic and religious diversity. 2. This initiative, having constituted one of the essential elements of the International Year of Rapprochement of Cultures, is aimed at enhancing protection and management of religious properties. It stems from the appeal of the Ukrainian authorities, launched at the 35th session of the UNESCO General Conference (2009), inviting all Member States to participate in the International Seminar “The Role of religious communities in the management of World Heritage properties” (2-5 November 2010). This announcement was welcomed by UNESCO within the framework of the Year. Numerous Member States expressing their support for the proposal designated representatives to participate in this Seminar. The elaboration of the Kyiv Statement (as one of the main outcomes of the Seminar) and its adoption in close cooperation with representatives of religious communities contributes to the creation of a culture of dialogue. Considérations sur le Suivi de l'Année Internationale du Rapprochement des Cultures Proclamée par les Nations Unies, Relatives à la mise en Oeuvre de la Déclaration de Kiev en vue de la Compréhension Mutuelle et du Dialogues Year of publication: 2011 Corporate author: Organisation des Nations Unies pour l'éducation, la science et la culture (UNESCO) En tant que l’un des co-initiateurs de l’Année internationale du rapprochement des cultures, l’Ukraine a proposé d’engager un débat général sur la protection des monuments et des sites possédant une signification religieuse ou spirituelle (ci-après désignés comme biens religieux2 et sacrés3) au niveau international. Ce débat intervenait en temps opportun et correspondait à l’un des quatre thèmes retenus pour l’élaboration d’un plan d’action pour l’Année dans les domaines de compétence de l’UNESCO, à savoir la promotion d’une connaissance réciproque de la diversité culturelle, ethnique, linguistique et religieuse. Contemporary issues in human rights education Year of publication: 2011 Corporate author: UNESCO The format of this publication presents the main strands concerning the role of human rights education as well as the key elements for its implementation. Each strand addresses current issues and challenges faced when incorporating a culture for human rights, also illustrating the collective importance of human rights education as a fundamental base for a peaceful and just society. Under each strand, a list of examples inspired by country initiatives is proposed. Enjeux contemporains éducation aux droits humains Year of publication: 2011 Corporate author: Organisation des Nations Unies pour l'éducation, la science et la culture (UNESCO) Le format de cette publication présente les principaux volets concernant le rôle de l'éducation des droits de l'homme ainsi que les éléments clés de sa mise en œuvre. Chaque adresses de brins enjeux et les défis actuels auxquels sont confrontés lors de l'incorporation d'une culture des droits de l'homme, illustrant également l'importance collective de l'éducation aux droits de l'homme comme base fondamentale pour une société juste et pacifique. Sous chaque brin, une liste d'exemples inspirés par des initiatives de pays est proposé. 
Global Citizenship Education: Topics and Learning Objectives Year of publication: 2015 Corporate author: UNESCO This publication, titled Global Citizenship Education: Topics and learning objectives, is the first pedagogical guidance from UNESCO on global citizenship education. It is the result of an extensive research and consultation process with experts from different parts of the world. This guidance draws on the UNESCO publication Global Citizenship Education: Preparing learners for the challenges of the 21st century and the outcomes of three key UNESCO events on global citizenship education: the Technical Consultation on Global Citizenship Education (September 2013), as well as the First and Second UNESCO Fora on Global Citizenship Education, organized in December 2013 and January 2015 respectively. Before it was finalized, the guidance was field-tested by education stakeholders in selected countries in all regions to ensure its relevance in different geographical and socio-cultural contexts. Following the foundational work of UNESCO to clarify the conceptual underpinnings of global citizenship education and provide policy and programmatic directions, this document has been developed in response to the needs of Member States for overall guidance on integrating global citizenship education in their education systems. It presents suggestions for translating global citizenship education concepts into practical and age-specific topics and learning objectives in a way that allows for adaptation to local contexts. It is intended as a resource for educators, curriculum developers, trainers as well as policy-makers, but it will also be useful for other education stakeholders working in non-formal and informal settings. 
Éducation à la citoyenneté mondiale: thèmes et objectifs d'apprentissage Year of publication: 2015 Corporate author: UNESCO Le présent ouvrage, intitulé Éducation à la citoyenneté mondiale : Thèmes et objectifs d’apprentissage, est le premier guide pédagogique de l’UNESCO sur l’éducation à la citoyenneté mondiale. Il est le fruit d’un processus approfondi de recherche et de consultation avec des spécialistes de différentes régions du monde. Ce guide s’inspire de la publication de l’UNESCO intitulée Éducation à la citoyenneté mondiale : Préparer les apprenants aux défis du XXIe siècle ainsi que des résultats de trois événements clés de l’UNESCO sur l’éducation à la citoyenneté mondiale : la Consultation technique sur l’éducation à la citoyenneté mondiale (septembre 2013) et les premier et deuxième Forums de l’UNESCO sur l’éducation à la citoyenneté mondiale, organisés en décembre 2013 et en janvier 2015. Avant sa finalisation, le guide a été expérimenté sur le terrain par des acteurs de l’éducation dans différents pays de chaque région, afin de veiller à ce qu’il soit adapté à des contextes géographiques et socioculturels divers. Inspirée des travaux de base de l’UNESCO visant à clarifier les fondements conceptuels de l’éducation à la citoyenneté mondiale, et à fournir des orientations politiques et programmatiques, cette publication a été élaborée pour répondre aux besoins des États membres, en leur donnant des indications générales sur l’intégration de l’éducation à la citoyenneté mondiale dans leurs systèmes éducatifs. Elle propose des moyens de transposer l’éducation à la citoyenneté mondiale dans des thèmes et des objectifs d’apprentissage pratiques et tenant compte de l’âge de l’apprenant, qui puissent être adaptés aux contextes locaux. Cette publication a été conçue pour servir de document de référence aux éducateurs, aux concepteurs de programmes éducatifs, aux formateurs et aux décideurs, mais elle sera également utile à d’autres acteurs de l’éducation travaillant dans des contextes non formels et informels. 
Educación para la ciudadanía mundial: temas y objetivos de aprendizaje Year of publication: 2015 Corporate author: UNESCO La educación para la ciudadanía mundial aspira a ser un factor de transformación, inculcando los conocimientos, las habilidades, los valores y las actitudes que los educandos necesitan para poder contribuir a un mundo más inclusivo, justo y pacífico.La presente publicación, titulada Educación para la ciudadanía mundial: Temas y objetivos de aprendizaje, es la primera guía de la UNESCO al respecto. Se presentan sugerencias para plasmar los conceptos de la educación para la ciudadanía mundial en temas y objetivos de aprendizaje específicos para cada grupo de edad de un modo que facilita su adaptación a las circunstancias locales. Es un recurso para los educadores, los responsables de la elaboración de programas de estudios, los instructores y los encargados de la formulación de políticas, pero también será de utilidad para otros copartícipes en la educación que trabajan en contextos no formales e informales. Values Education through Sport Year of publication: 2016 Corporate author: UNESCO Innovative education for developmentEducation in the 21st century increasingly recognizes the role of values and social skills in tackling global challenges, such as inactivity, obesity, unemployment, and conflict. This approach is at the core of the Sustainable Development Goal 4 on quality education, which advocates for inclusive lifelong learning opportunities and innovative content delivery. Dynamic forms of values-based education using sport can be introduced in schools to support teachers deliver curricula actively and cooperatively.What are sport values?Sport can teach values such as fairness, teambuilding, equality, discipline, inclusion, perseverance and respect. Sport has the power to provide a universal framework for learning values, thus contributing to the development of soft skills needed for responsible citizenship.What can Values Education through Sport offer?Values Education through Sport (VETS) programmes support active learning, complement cognitive skills and give students increasing amounts of responsibility, and enhance their level of concentration and participation. VETS programmes are flexible and have a strong cross-curricular potential: they can reinforce existing curricula and can be streamed across different subjects, including physical education, civic and moral education, nutrition, biology, arts. Ultimately, these programmes help students to transfer and put values into action outside the school environment, by getting engaged in their communities, making informed decisions, being sensitive and respecting the others and the environment. VETS contributes to the development of self-confidence, active and healthy lifestyle choices, and an understanding of rights, supporting the delicate transition to the independence of adulthood.