Glossary

Last update: February 31, 2024

Global Citizen: A global citizen, from the Class2Class perspective, is an empowered learner who collaboratively works across cultural boundaries to understand and address global challenges, particularly the UN Sustainable Development Goals, while developing core competencies in cross-cultural communication, digital collaboration, and problem-solving. They demonstrate emotional intelligence, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to fostering positive change through international partnerships, all while maintaining awareness of personal, community, and global wellbeing.

Student-Centered Empowerment: We prioritize students’ voices and experiences, making them active contributors in shaping their own learning journeys.

Collaborative Online International Learning: COIL embodies our commitment to creating a connected, cross-cultural learning community. Through carefully designed international projects, students engage directly with peers from around the globe, experiencing firsthand the richness of diverse perspectives. This immersive, collaborative approach nurtures digital literacy, enhances cultural empathy, and equips learners with the real-world problem-solving skills necessary to address global challenges—paving the way for them to become proactive global citizens.

Intuitive and Easy: Our platform is designed for simplicity and ease of use, ensuring that every user can navigate and learn without unnecessary complications.

Empowering: We provide the tools, resources, and support needed for educators and students to gain confidence and take ownership of their growth.

Impact Focused: Every initiative is aimed at creating meaningful, positive change in education and fostering global citizenship.

Inclusive: We embrace diversity and ensure that everyone—regardless of background—feels welcome, respected, and valued.

Empathic: Our community is built on understanding and compassion, promoting respectful interactions and support among all members.

Friendly: We cultivate a warm, approachable atmosphere that encourages collaboration, connection, and a sense of belonging.

Global Awareness: We encourage a broad perspective, helping users understand and engage with diverse cultures and global challenges.

Sustainable: Our practices and solutions are designed to support long-term educational growth and responsible stewardship of resources.

Innovative: We continuously explore creative approaches and new technologies to enhance teaching, learning, and global collaboration.

People Driven: Decisions and developments are centered around the real needs and experiences of educators and learners.

21 Skills Oriented: We focus on building essential 21st-century skills—such as digital literacy, critical thinking, and cross-cultural communication—that empower our global citizens.

Project Based: Learning is organized around hands-on, real-world projects that encourage collaboration, problem-solving, and practical application of skills.

Security by Design: Robust security and privacy measures are embedded into every aspect of our platform to protect our community from the start.

Data-Driven: We use insights from data and analytics to guide improvements and ensure our educational approach remains effective and responsive.