Session 2: International Mindedness by Melissa McDonald https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf Create a post to share your ideas and resources with your colleagues. (Be sure to add your name to the post!) en-us 2021-08-11 18:56:32 UTC 2025-10-07 12:45:23 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f30e.png School Self-Reflection pypworkshopleader https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1675871136 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pb5b7D2P2TZhVzi5UJqzPcCHsEE66b2Cg6ErUgTCBYg/edit?usp=sharing]]> 2021-08-11 18:56:32 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1675871136 Lee https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676912542 Someone who embraces diversity, is open-minded and takes risks and opportunities to understand oneself and others around them.]]> 2021-08-12 14:39:21 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676912542 Lee leewschwartz https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676921477 Paideia Seminars would be a great opportunity for students to have an open conversation to understand one's own views about topics (ANY topic) and other's views on the same topic. This is a great opportunity to strengthen many learner profile traits!]]> 2021-08-12 14:42:20 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676921477 Sarah https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676921530 E: A focus on international mindedness creates learners who are curious, respectful, and empathetic towards those whose opinions, backgrounds, and experiences may be different from their own. 
N: I would be curious about additional resources that can be used in our classroom to promote more conversations about international mindedness and make it a more common conversation/action piece. 
S: I am extremely supportive of the inclusion of international mindedness in our school’s PYP. Moving forward, I would love additional conversations and planning around how to include the topic more thoroughly throughout our curriculum. 
W: I do not have any hesitancies with including international mindedness in our school. I think it is an important focus as we seek to prepare our students to be compassionate and inquiring lifelong learners.
]]> 2021-08-12 14:42:23 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676921530 Claire https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676924597 Someone who is internationally-minded is someone who acknowledges, respects and appreciates other cultures. They are open minded to learning about the world and people around them.]]> 2021-08-12 14:44:25 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676924597 leewschwartz https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676926052 E: Students appreciating and valuing the diversity of others around them in their classroom. Students feeling connected to one another and embracing their differences.
N: Additional examples of the ongoing opportunities to discuss and reflect on cultural, linguistic, ethnic and social diversity in the classroom.
S: This is wonderful and I always try to create a community where everyone feels included and would love to learn more about international-mindfulness.
W: I don’t see any downsides or negatives about being internationally mindful. As anything else in the education world, teachers have to be aware of areas/times in day where they can incorporate this.]]> 2021-08-12 14:45:27 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676926052 Sarah https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676928579 Someone who approaches difference compassionately, reflectively, and curiously by recognizing our shared humanity and interconnectedness. Someone who is open to acknowledging that the backgrounds, experiences, and beliefs of others can help us expand our own opportunities for learning and reflection. ]]> 2021-08-12 14:47:10 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676928579 leewschwartz https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676930052 -Modeling it throughout the learning day (not just at specific times)
-Supporting families and keeping them equally involved as the students.]]> 2021-08-12 14:48:18 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676930052 Paideia Seminar (this may be the better column for this!) leewschwartz https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676931570 Resource: https://www.paideia.org/our-approach/paideia-seminar]]> 2021-08-12 14:49:24 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676931570 Claire https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676932108 E: International-mindedness is something I believe every school should be instilling in students. It teaches students to be global thinkers, to respect and appreciate the differences between themselves and the people around them.
W: I don't believe there are any drawbacks or negatives about international mindedness. It is something that should be considered across all subjects and classes in the school.
N: I would like more information and resources to expose my students to various cultures through other avenues in addition to literature and books. I feel like I put international mindedness at the forefront when choosing texts, but would like other opportunities to encourage this principle to my students.
S: I believe all people should be internationally-minded. I think it is a view on the world we should encourage all children to have. I think our school is taking the right steps to encourage this through classroom teachers as well as connect. It is noticeable that music, language, and art teachers put this at the forefront of their planning. ]]> 2021-08-12 14:49:51 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676932108 L. Thompson https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676936417 E- Considering the differences and similarities among groups on a global scale and being able to respect the culture, language, views, etc of different groups.
The upside is that diversity can be exposed and celebrated.
W- Nothing worries me about the idea of international mindedness. I’m not sure if there are any downsides.
N- Are there distance learning programs for students from different parts of the world to see each other and to interact (with translators)?
S-International-mindedness is a fantastic idea. Our school is somewhat demographically diverse when compared to other schools in CMS. Moving forward, there could simply be more school projects to embrace international-mindedness. I.e. International school festivals]]> 2021-08-12 14:53:13 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676936417 L. Thompson https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676940558 ...knowledgeable of similarities and differences across the globe among people of different cultures, languages, religions, nationalities, etc. An internationally minded person is able to celebrate diversity and to understand his or her interconnectedness to other individuals and to the planet's resources.]]> 2021-08-12 14:56:12 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676940558 Sarah https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676944353 Utilizing our morning meetings & social/emotional learning time to more thoroughly introduce topics and conversations around international mindedness and then intentionally circling back throughout the day/week/month/year to those conversations when related opportunities arise. Making it an intentional and regular discussion point will help reinforce learning and also reinforce that our school community places high value on international mindedness. ]]> 2021-08-12 14:59:02 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676944353 https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676945261 E- What excites you about the idea of international-mindedness? What are some positives or upsides? | “The IB encourages multilingualism as a means to supporting students’ self-awareness, perceptions, abilities and actions that are necessary for developing positive interpersonal relationships as well as affirming cultural identity.”Amazing place for students whose native language is not English. Can be tapped for leadership roles in international mindedness. “considering sustainable development in inquiry, action and reflection—recognizing that the living hold the earth and its resources in trust for future generations.”Current reading program really does a good job of including such topics!

W- What worries you about the idea of international-mindedness? What are some possible drawbacks, negatives or downsides? | “Student-led inquiry—where students pose questions based on their own curiosity, background and interests—also provides rich opportunities for intercultural understanding to develop.”Students need a safe environment established where they feel comfortable asking questions.

N- What do you need to know or find out about international-mindedness? What additional information would help you to evaluate this topic? | “critically considering inequalities and power dynamics in inquiry, action and reflection—recognizing the factors that influence the challenges faced by different groups (for example, women, youth, marginalized populations)”Additional training to address sensitive topics appropriately.

S-What is your current stance or opinion on the idea of international-mindedness in the PYP? In your school? What suggestions do you have for moving forward?  | My current stance regarding my school and international-mindedness is hard to gauge. My time at this campus has been during unprecedented times. I feel that international mindedness has fallen by the wayside and/or very surface level. I also feel that students often struggle with being tolerant, respectful, and showing empathy.I feel that with continued emphasis on an inclusive environment will make students feel comfortable being risk takers.



]]> 2021-08-12 14:59:42 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676945261 https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676945666 E: The goal of moving from “awareness and understanding” to “engagement, action, and meaningful change” excites me.  Some positives “reaching out & in” in efforts to understand ourselves in relation to others and our interactions with others.
W: I have no worries related to international-mindedness.
N: I would like to know the school’s expectations about international-mindedness to ensure my planning aligns with our goals.
S: This is difficult to answer. My experience with the school has largely been under the umbrella of the pandemic. However, personally I try to make sure the ideas values, traditions, and cultures of each of my students are represented in lessons throughout the school year. Goal setting and collaborative planning will allow us to move forward.]]> 2021-08-12 15:00:00 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676945666 D. Sliepka https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676947858 Someone who learns and reflects on the commonalities of different cultures/people around the world.  Inquirers of other cultures and languages while reflecting on themselves and his/her culture. ]]> 2021-08-12 15:01:37 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676947858 L. Thompson https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676949644 By helping students to learn Spanish, I am further introducing them into a new culture, and thereby, helping them in their journey to be internationally minded.

I would also like to incorporate a global mindset by frequently referencing people, cultures, languages, and flags from around the world.]]> 2021-08-12 15:03:00 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676949644 https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676950030 one that embraces the idea of life-long learning. An internationally-minded person is moves beyond awareness to action in understanding themselves and others. ]]> 2021-08-12 15:03:17 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676950030 Amy https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676950577 International mindedness means understanding, respecting and valuing different cultures, embracing diversity and knowing that different perspectives have a great deal to offer.]]> 2021-08-12 15:03:41 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676950577 P. Henry https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676955891 E- Considering that trying to fit in and be like everyone else is easy. Being true to yourself takes courage and truth. Showing how to be confident and strong and encourging to do your best is a goal for all of us.
W-International mindedness is what is necessary in our global economy.
N - Aligning my actions and attitudes with the school community is what makes the whole thrive.
S - During this unique time in teaching and learning I try to engage with students and meet them where they are and to develop who they are with questioning and reflective time. Our school plays a big part by encouraging international activities and acknowleding our differences.     ]]> 2021-08-12 15:07:31 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676955891 L. Thompson https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676956025 I think that a distance learning "Meet and Greet" would be a great way for students to see and interact with each other. Google translate could even be a great resource that teachers could use in this "Meet and Greet" environment. It could be a short and sweet 5 minute class. i.e. Today, we are going to see kids in Brazil, and hear/learn how to say hello in Portuguese from them.]]> 2021-08-12 15:07:37 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676956025 Sarah https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676956144 What are ways that we can incorporate service learning into our classrooms to help promote international mindedness? Perhaps in the same vein, what are ways that we can encourage families to participate with their children in service learning in their own communities? (Are any school communities already doing this well whose methods and practices we can integrate?) ]]> 2021-08-12 15:07:42 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676956144 D. Sliepka https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676956986 Having natural daily discusses around others cultures, languages, geography so students will gain knowledge of others around the world. 
-using books, videos, pictures for visuals 

]]> 2021-08-12 15:08:18 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676956986 P. Henry https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676958058 International mindedness is someone who embraces differences and has an open mind that one point of view is not better or worse than any other point of view.]]> 2021-08-12 15:09:09 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676958058 Claire https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676959518 Morning meetings would be a great time of day to explicitly focus on international-mindedness. Through read alouds, discussions, etc...]]> 2021-08-12 15:10:13 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676959518 P. Henry https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676960256 A learning strategy might be to post activities and lesson outcomes representing the different cultures in the classroom.]]> 2021-08-12 15:10:45 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676960256 Amy https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676961368 -Embracing the diversity in the classroom. 
Starting with each student knowing what they have to offer the classroom community.]]> 2021-08-12 15:11:34 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676961368 Silvia Fremgen https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676962518 Someone who is internationally mindful is someone who thinks of things globally and is open-minded of all peoples beliefs and cultures.]]> 2021-08-12 15:12:25 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676962518 P. Henry https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676963140 A tool is to expand each lesson with videos, visuals, and thoughtful discussions to help students see themselves in the learning experience.
It is also helpful to include family.]]> 2021-08-12 15:12:51 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676963140 L. Thompson https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676963200 I wonder if any IB schools are already implementing distance learning as a modern way to connect with students/staff from around the globe?]]> 2021-08-12 15:12:54 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676963200 Amy https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676964147 Hate to be negative here...sorry

How do we help a student who may have a hard time embracing international mindedness?]]> 2021-08-12 15:13:33 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676964147 https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676964341 Guided Inquiry Design based learning could develop international-mindedness. Curating resources, immersing in new information, allowing some choice, researching meaningful materials, gathering new materials, creating, SHARING and evaluating what has been learned through the process will allow our community to develop in this area. ]]> 2021-08-12 15:13:39 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676964341 P. Henry https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676967546 I would like to get different perspectives on how learning is taught in subjects such as fractions so that learning is well rounded. ]]> 2021-08-12 15:16:05 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676967546 Silvia Fremgen https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676968954 Some strategies is looking at the diversity of your students in your class and the community around them. Learn simple phrases from other languages. Have parents share a cultural book, legend, dish, recipe etc. Provide opportunities where students can see commonalities internationally.

]]> 2021-08-12 15:17:12 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676968954 Silvia Fremgen https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676970355 Some tools are videos online, research, parents, library, google earth, create presentations together.]]> 2021-08-12 15:18:15 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676970355 https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676972573 Culturegrams is a resource available through our partnership with Charlotte-Mecklenburg libraries. Any country discussed in class is available for easy exploration using student id numbers or Rapid Identity login number for staff. There are authentic pictures, videos, and insights that can heighten and enhance international-mindedness.]]> 2021-08-12 15:19:48 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676972573 Silvia Fremgen https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676974435 I would like to know how IB schools are planning on getting students and parents excited about being internationally minded. ]]> 2021-08-12 15:21:08 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676974435 leewschwartz https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676983886 What are some ways we can encourage others (families, students, other staff) to be equally involved and enthusiastic?

]]> 2021-08-12 15:27:36 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1676983886 pypworkshopleader https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1677021426 http://guide.culturecrossing.net/index.php]]> 2021-08-12 15:54:14 UTC https://padlet.com/pypworkshopleader/2arw6g21zqdwefsf/wish/1677021426