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GCED 101: Introduction to GCED

About the Course

The course aims to provide an overview of the GCED (Global Citizenship Education) as well as its background, concepts under the framework of UNESCO, and guidelines for teaching and learning. The course will help participants gain an understanding of the key concepts and principles of GCED, recognize educational issues relevant to GCED, and identify pedagogical approaches to GCED.

Basic course is open to everyone and you can also take the full course by registration. Click here for more information

APCEIU

The Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding (APCEIU) was established in 2000 as a UNESCO Category 2 centre to promote education for a Culture of Peace. APCEIU is working in close collaboration with UNESCO Offices, National Commissions of Member States, related educational institutes, and civil society to promote global citizenship education (GCED) under the framework of education for international understanding (EIU) towards a Culture of Peace.

APCEIU has devoted itself to strengthening GCED/EIU capacities by pursuing its philosophy and policies through training teachers and teacher trainers; research and policy development; developing educational materials and programs; organizing different levels of workshops and conferences; and strengthening the network of teachers, educators, experts, civil society leaders and other stakeholders.

Course contents

3 modules

Chapter 3: The Education We Need

Chapter 4: Emergence of GCED as Global Education Agenda

Chapter 7: What is GCED?

Discussion

1354 comments

Karuna

Monday, 14 July 2025, 6:48 AM

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GCED (Global Citizenship Education) is an educational approach promoted by UNESCO to empower learners to:

Understand global issues

Recognise interconnectedness among nations, cultures, and people

Promote peace, tolerance, human rights, and sustainable development.
Builds critical thinking and problem-solving

Enhances social and emotional skills

Encourages active, responsible citizenship

Strengthens intercultural understanding for peaceful coexistence.

Almera Sales

Sunday, 13 July 2025, 7:26 PM

I am excited to learn more about GCED, especially the pedagogies it will offer in teaching and learning that might be significant in promoting peace and creating a sustainable future.

ELLEN JANE A. CAMUS

Saturday, 12 July 2025, 10:09 PM

APCEIU plays a vital role in promoting Global Citizenship Education (GCED) and a Culture of Peace through teacher training, research, and international collaboration. Its comprehensive approach and strong partnerships make it a key driver in advancing education for international understanding across the Asia-Pacific region.

Caroline Borres

Tuesday, 1 July 2025, 12:34 AM

A great course full of insights to enrich the way we prepare our lessons with the emphasis of the MDGs and incorporating them into the learners outputs and outcomes.

Bouquet agnia hélène

Friday, 27 June 2025, 1:15 PM

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This course is very enriching.
It is essential for understanding global issues and developing the skills to contribute to a fairer and more equitable world.

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