Fostering Global Growth: The Power of Collaborative Innovation
Global Competencies:
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- Collaboration and Communication:
- Students will engage in collaborative discussions, share ideas, and learn from diverse perspectives.
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving:
- Students will analyze case studies, evaluate evidence, and propose innovative solutions.
- Cultural Awareness and Global Citizenship:
- Students will explore global challenges and consider their impact on diverse communities.
- Collaboration and Communication:
Every day, I’m inspired by the amazing progress being made around the world in the fight against poverty and disease. Even in the face of incredible difficulty and hardship, there are heroes who are showing us the best of human potential and improving the lives of millions in the process.
Through my work with the Gates Foundation, I get to connect with these people—scientists, educators, nurses, farmers, midwives, students, and advocates—and learn about what motivates them. Hands down, it’s the best part of my job. Bill Gates May 7th 2024
Lesson Outline:
Warm-up Activity
- Ask students to share examples of global challenges they are aware of (e.g., poverty, disease, lack of access to education, etc.). “How can collaboration and innovation transform the world?”
- Discuss the importance of collaboration and innovative thinking in addressing these challenges.
- Introduce the lesson’s objective: to examine real-world examples of collaborative innovation and consider how students can contribute to similar efforts.
Introduction
- Introduce the concept of collaborative innovation and its significance in tackling complex global issues.
- Set the context for the video by mentioning Bill Gates’ quote.
Video Viewing and Discussion
- Play the video “Greater Things | Partners of Human Potential.”
- After the video, facilitate a class discussion using guiding questions:
- What stood out to you from the video?
- Which case study did you find most impactful, and why?
- Can you think of other examples of successful partnerships or innovative solutions?
Reflective Writing
- Prompt students to reflect on the importance of global partnerships and innovative solutions in their areas of interest or future aspirations.
- Have them write a short essay or journal entry on how they can apply the lessons learned to make a positive impact.
How to navigate the video: