Guardians of the Pacific: A Teacher’s Guide to Celebrating, Preserving, and Promoting World Heritage

Guardians of the Pacific: A Teacher’s Guide to Celebrating, Preserving, and Promoting World Heritage is an APCEIU initiative dedicated to advancing Global Citizenship Education (GCED) worldwide. Anchored in the principles of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and UNESCO World Heritage, the guide places a special emphasis on the rich and diverse heritage of the Pacific region. 

 

This Guide reflects GCED’s integrative approach, which encompasses three interconnected dimensions of learning: cognitive, socio-emotional, and behavioral. It encourages critical thinking about heritage and sustainability, fosters empathy by deepening understanding of the Pacific's unique cultural and natural environments, and inspires meaningful actions to protect and preserve local heritage. 

 

Tailored for educators working with students in upper primary (grades 4–6) and lower secondary (grades 7–9), the Guide provides step-by-step instructions and practical resources for incorporating Pacific World Heritage into classroom lessons and extracurricular activities. It is a valuable tool for nurturing awareness, appreciation, and stewardship of the Pacific region’s irreplaceable heritage in schools worldwide.

 

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Foreword
How to Use This Guide
Section 1. Learning Framework Rationale    
Section 2. What Makes a Place Special?
Section 3. The 2030 Agenda, Five Pillars and SDGs
Section 4. Protecting People: Levuka Historical Port Town (Cultural Site)
Section 5. Preserving the Planet: Phoenix Islands Protected Area (Natural Site)
Section 6. Ensuring Prosperity: Rock Islands Southern Lagoon (Mixed Site)
Section 7. Promoting Peace: Bikini Atoll Nuclear Test Site (Cultural Site)
Section 8. Partnerships to Protect the Environment: East Rennell (Natural Site)
Section 9. Taking Action to Promote and Protect a Special Place
References 
Worksheets
Photo Cards