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Building Intercultural Citizenship through Education: A Human Rights Approach Year of publication: 2008 Author: Rodolfo Stavenhagen This article analyses the challenges posed by traditional ethnic and linguistic minorities in multicultural states and more specifically the problems faced by indigenous peoples and communities. Their educational and cultural needs and demands are increasingly being framed in the language of human rights, based on the expanding international legal and institutional human rights system. The United Nations World Conference on Human Rights, held in Vienna in 1993, endorsed a rights-based approach to development, human rights education is a growing field in educational practice, respect for cultural diversity is now enshrined in international and domestic laws, and the right of every person to education and to culture has become a mainstay of international human rights principles to which a majority of the world's states has subscribed. 
UNESCO education strategy 2014-2021 Year of publication: 2014 Corporate author: UNESCO This publication is a result of extensive collective work by my colleagues in UNESCO’s Education Sector over the past two years. It elaborates on UNESCO’s Medium-Term Strategy (2014–2021), which was drafted by the Organization’s Secretariat and approved by the 37th session of its General Conference in November 2013. This publication elaborates on the education component of the Medium-Term Strategy. While continuing to focus efforts on the ‘unfinished business’ of EFA, such as literacy, teachers and vocational skills development, UNESCO will lead and advocate for strengthened action towards empowering learners to be creative and responsible citizens. In a world of change, when individuals are increasingly called upon to make a positive contribution to their communities through the promotion of peace, solidarity, and respect for others and the environment, I am convinced that Education for Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship Education must also be considered crucial elements for well-rounded educational systems. UNESCO education strategy 2014-2021 Year of publication: 2014 Corporate author: UNESCO Cette publication est le résultat d'une vaste travail collectif par mes collègues dans le secteur de l'éducation de l'UNESCO au cours des deux dernières années. Il élabore sur la stratégie à moyen terme de l'UNESCO (2014-2021), qui a été élaboré par le Secrétariat de l'Organisation et approuvé par la 37e session de la Conférence Générale en Novembre 2013. Cette publication développe sur le volet éducation de la Stratégie à Moyen Terme. Tout en continuant à concentrer les efforts sur le «travail inachevé» de l'EPT, tels que l'alphabétisation, les enseignements et le développement des compétences professionnelles, l'UNESCO dirigera et plaider pour une action renforcée vers l'autonomisation des apprenants à être des citoyens créatifs et responsables. Dans un monde de changement, lorsque les individus sont de plus en plus appelés à apporter une contribution positive à leurs communautés par la promotion de la paix, la solidarité et le respect des autres et de l'environnement, je suis convaincu que l'Éducation pour le Développement Durable et de l'Éducation à la Citoyenneté Mondiale doivent aussi être considérés comme des éléments cruciaux pour les systèmes éducatifs bien arrondis. 
Enhancing learning of children from diverse language backgrounds: mother tongue-based bilingual or multilingual education in the early years Year of publication: 2011 Author: Jessica Ball Corporate author: UNESCO This literature review discusses mother tongue based bilingual or multilingual education for children starting in early childhood. The report: (1) informs policy-makers of existing research and practices in mother-tongue instruction in early childhood and early primary school years; and (2) raises awareness of the value of maintaining the world’s languages and cultures by promoting and resourcing mother tongue-based education for young children. This analysis of current literature is framed within UNESCO’s mandate and strong commitment to quality education for all and to cultural and linguistic diversity in education (UNESCO, 2003a). This discussion is especially timely, given the slow and uneven progress (UNESCO, 2000) in meeting international targets for universal education articulated in the Education for All Goals 1 (ECCE), Goal 2 (Primary Education), and Goal 6 (Quality of Education) (World Declaration on Education for All, 1990).1 Impetus for the current report is provided by the UNESCO (2008a) ‘Global Monitoring Report on Education for All: Will we make it?’ The 2008 GMR report calls for unwavering political will to ensure that education from early childhood onwards is a priority of national governments, civil society and the private sector in order to ensure educational inclusion for the 72 million children out of school and to reduce the numbers of young learners who leave school without acquiring essential skills and knowledge. The report calls for increased investments in the provision of pre-primary education for children aged 3 and above, and for policy measures to provide care and education to children below age 3. UNESCO (2007a) emphasizes the role of early childhood care and development in laying the foundation for learning and setting the stage for successful engagement in formal education. UNESCO has encouraged mother tongue instruction in early childhood and primary education since 1953 (UNESCO, 1953). Yet, monolingualism in official or dominant languages is still the norm around the world (Arnold, Bartlett, Gowani, & Merali, 2006; Wolff & Ekkehard, 2000). In its report, ‘Strong Foundations: Early Childhood Care and Education’, UNESCO (2007a) points out the overlooked advantages of multilingual education in the early years. When children are offered opportunities to learn in their mother tongue, they are more likely to enrol and succeed in school (Kosonen, 2005) and their parents are more likely to communicate with teachers and participate in their children’s learning (Benson, 2002). Mother tongue based education especially benefits disadvantaged groups, including children from rural communities (Hovens, 2002), and girls, who tend to have less exposure to an official language and tend to stay in school longer, achieve better, and repeat grades less oft en when they are taught in their mother tongue (UNESCO Bangkok, 2005). Renforcer l'apprentissage des enfants issus de milieux linguistiques diverses: basée sur la promotion de l'enseignement en langue maternelle ou de l'éducation bilingue multilingue Year of publication: 2011 Author: Jessica Ball Corporate author: UNESCO Cette revue de la littérature aborde la langue maternelle basée éducation bilingue ou multilingue pour les enfants à partir de la petite enfance. Le rapport: (1) informe les décideurs de la recherche et des pratiques en enseignement en langue maternelle dans la petite enfance et les premières années de l'école primaire existante; et (2) soulève conscience de la valeur du maintien des langues et des cultures du monde par la promotion et de ressourcement mère éducation fondée sur la langue, pour les jeunes enfants. Cette analyse de la littérature actuelle est encadrée au sein de l'UNESCO mandat et engagement fort à l'éducation de qualité pour tous et à la diversité culturelle et linguistique dans l'éducation (UNESCO, 2003a). Cette discussion est particulièrement opportune, compte tenu des progrès lents et inégaux (UNESCO, 2000) pour atteindre les objectifs internationaux pour l'Éducation Universelle énoncée dans l'Éducation Pour Tous les Objectifs 1, Objectifs 2 (enseignement primaire), et Objectifs 6 (qualité de l'éducation ) (déclaration mondiale sur l'éducation pour tous, 1990) .1 Impetus pour le rapport actuel est fourni par l'UNESCO (2008a) «Rapport mondial de suivi sur l'éducation pour tous: Allons-nous faire?» le rapport GMR 2008 appelle à une volonté politique sans faille veiller à ce que l'éducation de la petite enfance est en avant une priorité des gouvernements nationaux, la société civile et le secteur privé afin d'assurer l'insertion scolaire pour les 72 millions d'enfants de l'école et de réduire le nombre de jeunes apprenants qui quittent l'école sans avoir acquis les compétences essentielles et de la connaissance. 
Ocean Literacy for All: A Toolkit (IOC Manuals and Guides, 80) Year of publication: 2017 Author: Francesca Santoro | Selvaggia Santin | Gail Scowcroft | Géraldine Fauville | Peter Tuddenham Corporate author: UNESCO Venice Ocean literacy programs and projects, until now, have been mainly focusing on developing resources, lesson plans and activities targeting Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education. Currently, and in particular after the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14, we have assisted to a shift in the focus towards the inclusion of approaches closer to those developed under the UNESCO framework of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).ESD aims to improve access to quality education on sustainable development at all levels and in all social contexts, to transform society by reorienting education and help people develop knowledge, skills, values and behaviors needed for sustainable development. Individuals are encouraged to be responsible actors who resolve challenges, respect cultural diversity and contribute to creating a more sustainable world. This publication is made of two parts. The first part presents the history of ocean literacy, and describes its framework made of 7 essential principles, and connects them to international ocean science programs that contributes to enhancing ocean knowledge and observations. Moreover, marine scientists and educators were interviewed to share their professional experiences on ocean literacy as well as their views on its future. The last chapter of part 1 describes the existing challenges to marine education, as well as the path for the development of successful ocean literacy activities in the context of the 2030 Agenda. One of the most important factors identified is related to the creation of multi-sector partnerships among the education, government, and private sector that have jointly built ocean literacy programs for all formal educational levels from the primary school to the university level as well as for non-formal learners. Worldwide examples of such programs are presented. The second part, after introducing the methodological approach based on the multi-perspective framework for ESD developed by UNESCO, presents 14 activities that could provide tested examples and support for the implementation of marine education initiatives. The aim is not to provide a one size-fits-all ready to use collection, but rather to offer support and examples of what could be then adapted for different geographical and cultural contexts. The resources are designed to be relevant for all learners of all ages worldwide and to find their application in many learning settings, while in their concrete implementation they will, naturally, have to be adapted to the national or local context. Cultura oceánica para todos: kit pedagógico (COI Manuales y guías, 80) Year of publication: 2017 Author: Francesca Santoro | Selvaggia Santin | Gail Scowcroft | Géraldine Fauville | Peter Tuddenham Corporate author: UNESCO Venice Más que un concepto, la cultura oceánica es una herramienta fundamental para mejorar el conocimiento sobre el océano y estimular la participación activa de los ciudadanos y de las partes interesadas en la implementación de acciones sostenibles. Es también una manera de promover prácticas de producción sostenible, formular sólidas políticas públicas marinas, promover una ciudadanía más responsable, y animar a los jóvenes a iniciar una carrera en la economía azul o en las ciencias oceánicas. Esta publicación pretende describir y revisar los actuales enfoques, iniciativas, programas y proyectos sobre cultura oceánica. La primera parte ilustra los principios esenciales de la cultura oceánica y evidencia el conocimiento científico subyacente a través de estudios de casos, datos históricos e información cultural. Asimismo, muestra los esfuerzos actuales que realiza la cultura oceánica desde una perspectiva multidisciplinaria mediante entrevistas a expertos, educadores y científicos que trabajan y estudian en todo el mundo. La segunda parte presenta catorce actividades que proporcionan herramientas y buenas prácticas basadas en las competencias clave necesarias para que alumnos de todas las edades conozcan y se comprometan activamente con los temas sobre el desarrollo sostenible. Estas actividades pueden ser adaptadas a las necesidades y a los recursos disponibles. Las referencias adicionales que se proporcionan sirven para ampliar la información de los temas propuestos. Con este manual, la UNESCO y su Comisión Oceanográfica Intergubernamental (COI) pretenden que los países y las partes interesadas participen en el desarrollo de actividades interdisciplinarias y culturalmente diversas sobre cultura oceánica a escala mundial. 
Intercultural dialogue: involving young people around the world Year of publication: 2010 Author: Elizabeth Khawajkie Corporate author: UNESCO | DAIMLER It is hoped that this review will help to highlight why there is a persistent call for the continuation of such endeavors, like Mondialogo, which promoted dialogue among cultures and people, mutual respect and understanding so effectively. The Mondialogo journey, begun as an exploratory exercise, ended with compelling and often moving experiences. Le dialogue interculturel: la participation des jeunes à travers le monde Year of publication: 2010 Author: Elizabeth Khawajkie Corporate author: UNESCO | DAIMLER Il est à espérer que cet examen permettra de mettre en évidence la raison pour laquelle il y a un appel persistant pour la poursuite de ces efforts, comme Mondialogo, qui a favorisé de manière efficace le dialogue entre les cultures et les peuples, le respect mutuel et la compréhension. Le voyage Mondialogo, commencé comme un exercice exploratoire, a pris fin avec des expériences convaincantes et souvent en mouvement. 
The Write for Rights: A Human Rights Education Pack Year of publication: 2015 Corporate author: Amnesty International This education pack contains five activities on human rights for young people. It can be used as an introduction to human rights, to global solidarity, to campaigning and activism, and to the wider work of Amnesty International. The activities provide a broad perspective on these issues and others.They are useful in opening young people’s minds to global concerns and involving them in actions which can have a real impact on people’s lives.The activities can be run at any time, but will be most effective either before or during the time of Amnesty International’s ‘Write for Rights’ campaign, which this year runs from 4 to 17 December. By working on these cases and taking part in the campaign, young people will know that they are part of a massive global movement of people. They – and you – can bring about a real improvement in the lives of the people featured in the following pages.