The International School Connection (ISC) provides a global support system for schools to become Global Learning Centers (GLC) that reflect both local and global trends in the design and delivery of learning programs for students. The International School Connection fosters systemic school development in response to global dynamics changing our lives. Its member schools seek new knowledge to reshape and create responsive programs to prepare students as global citizens and workers.
Schools as Global Learning Centers: · Link to world-class education and work standards · Link to students around the world · Are preparing students for uncertain futures · Provide connection systems with people and information · Develop student autonomy and accountability · Create positive learning support systems · Provide brain-friendly learning environments · Expect variation and innovation The ISC is a Global Learning Network with Hubs of interest in locations around the world. The common quest of educational leaders is to develop learning systems that prepare young people for success in a global age. Networks are based on clusters of common interests. The main attribute of the network is its connectedness through communication. ISC Hubs are local or regional cluster of educators who are exploring the options and opportunities for shaping schools as Global Learning Centers.


A. The Global Learning Environment for Students

1. The curriculum provides opportunities to learn about local & global forces that influence change.
2. The School as a growing system has a vision and a plan to provide opportunities to connect with the Global Community & its dynamic forces.
3. Educators participate in professional development activity in a global networked environment to promote learning and exchange.
4. Partnerships with local, regional, and/or global businesses enhance the direction of school development.
5. The School demonstrates on-going plans and evidence to improve or sustain student performance results using local, regional and or international measures.

B. Student Preparation for Success in a Global Environment

1. Current knowledge about human learning guides learning practices throughout school life.
2. International projects are included in local curriculum to promote global learning opportunities for all students.
3. Students are developing capacities for success in the evolving global workforce, which includes emerging technologies.
4. Students learn and use democratic decision making processes that value diversity and the appreciation for human life as foundations for becoming global citizens.
5. Students demonstrate an orientation for caring about the human community and its sustainable development.



Click on the link to find out more about the International School Connection (ISC) and obtaining a designation as a Global Learning Centre.
http://www.iscweb.org/