Champions United: A Global Playbook of Sports and Stars
What is this project about?
In this exciting project idea, students will explore popular sports and celebrate athletes from different countries, fostering cross-cultural understanding and appreciation for diverse sporting traditions. Through collaborative activities, students will share their own sporting interests, learn about international sports figures, and discover how sports contribute to global unity and well-being.
- Age group
- 13-15, 16-18, 18+
- Project Duration
- 4 weeks
- Language
- English, Spanish, Danish
Learning Outcomes
- Learn about popular sports in different countries.
- Understand the cultural significance of sports across various societies.
- Develop research and presentation skills.
- Enhance cross-cultural communication and collaboration abilities.
- Recognize the role of sports in promoting health, peace, and global understanding.
Evaluate
Skills to develop
Intercultural Communication
Global Awareness
Collaboration & Teamwork
Collaboration
Project Timeline
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Week 1
Presentation
Phase:Presentation & Dissemination
Step 1: Introduction and research
- Use the "Connect" section to find a partner class.
- Create the project and invite your partner class.
- Teachers introduce the project and its objectives to their students.
- Students research popular sports and notable athletes from their own country and their partner class's country.
Step 2: Collaborative activity
- Organize students to work in groups.
- They will create a digital "World Sports Yearbook" that showcases different sports and athletes from both countries.
- Classes can design the yearbook in a single Google Slides file or use Canva. Each page should include:
- Name of the sport or athlete
- Country of origin
- Key facts or achievements
- Cultural significance of the sport/athlete
- High-quality images (remind students to use copyright-free images or their own photographs)
- Use the Class2Class.org project board to share design ideas and templates.
Step 3: Sharing and reflection
- Organize a virtual meeting between the classes.
- Students present their findings on the sports and athletes from their country.
- Students participate in a Q&A session to deepen understanding and curiosity about the sports cultures of their international peers.
- Reflect on what students have learned about each other's sports cultures.
- Discuss how sports contribute to global unity and well-being.
Assessment and reflection ✍️
- Evaluate students' research skills and presentation quality.
- Assess participation and collaborative activities.
- Consider the depth of cultural understanding demonstrated in the "Global Sports Yearbook."
- Use the Class2Class.org project board to post reflection prompts:
- What surprised you most about sports in your partner country?
- How has this project changed your view of sports' role in society?
- What similarities and differences did you notice between sporting cultures?
Teacher tips💡
- Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that values diverse perspectives and experiences.
- Provide clear guidelines and expectations for respectful communication and collaboration. We suggest you review the coexistence policies of Class2Class.org.
- Use simple language and visual aids when explaining project steps to younger students.
- Be prepared to assist with technology use, especially for the younger age group.
- Celebrate small discoveries to keep students motivated throughout the project.