Global citizenship in education: Challenges and opportunities for social transformation and sustainability

Abstract

This article addresses the theme of Global Citizenship in Education, focusing on the challenges and opportunities for promoting social transformation and sustainability. The research problem revolves around understanding how the formation of global citizens can contribute to societal transformation and the promotion of sustainable practices. The methodology adopted was a case study at the António Arroio Artistic School, using a qualitative and quantitative approach. Surveys were applied to students and interviews were carried out with teachers, analysing the results in light of comparative studies. The main findings indicate divergences between the perceptions of teachers and students regarding the priority areas of Education for Citizenship, highlighting the importance of values such as a social transformation and sustainability. Furthermore, the cross-disciplinary nature of the Citizenship subject in school was evident, emphasizing the relevance of an interdisciplinary approach. It is concluded that promoting Global Citizenship in education can be an effective strategy for addressing issues of social transformation and sustainability, underscoring the importance of integrating global values and competencies into the school curriculum.