Evolution of education for international mindedness

• Published in: Journal of research in international education Vol. 11; no. 3; pp. 245 - 261
• Main Author: Hill, Ian
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: London, England SAGE Publications 01.12.2012
• Subjects: Advanced Placement Programs; Civil Rights; Communication (Thought Transfer); Compulsory Education; Critical Thinking; Cultural Awareness; Educational Change; Educational History; Educational Trends; Global Approach; International Cooperation; International Schools; Internet; Progressive Education; Sustainable Development; Teaching Methods; Thinking Skills; Trend Analysis; international mindedness; international education; Global citizens; intercultural understanding; IB education

This article attempts to trace the evolution of the concept of international mindedness from the 17th century until the present, using four aspects to focus the discussion: education and other trends, ease of interaction across frontiers, determinants of international mindedness, and international m...