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Topic: Global Issues that Concern Schools and Society

Learning Outcomes:
1. Discuss at least two global issues in society.
2. Explain proposed solutions to the social problems.
Concept Digest
The world has become a global village. We have become a
citizen of a global community. What takes place in one part of
the globe no matter how far affects us. It is a “small world
after all” so goes the song. In this lesson we will discuss
global issues that affect school and us. It is hoped that you are
able to propose solutions to social problems which have become
current global issues.
The Top Ten Global Issues and How they can be Addressed
1. Climate Change
The global temperatures are rising, and are estimated to
increase from 2.6 degrees Celsius to 4.8 degrees Celsius by
2100. This would cause more severe weather, crises with food
and resources and the spread of diseases. The reduction of
greenhouse emissions and the spreading of education on
importance of going green can help make a big difference.
Lobbying governments and discussing policies to reduce
carbon emissions and encouraging reforestation is an
effective way of making progress with climate change.

2. Pollution – Pollution includes ocean litter, pesticides and

fertilizers, air, light and noise pollution. Clean water is
essential for humans and animals, but more than one billion
people don’t have access to clean water due to pollution
from toxic substances, sewage or industrial waste.

3. Violence – Violence can be found in the social, cultural and

economic aspects of the world. Whether it is conflict that
has broken out in a city, hatred targeted at a certain group
of people or sexual harassment occurring on the street,
violence is a preventable problem that has been an issue for
longer than necessary. Here are various forms of violence:

a. Physical Violence – occurs when someone uses a part of

his/her body or an object to control a person’s
actions.
b. Sexual Violence -occurs when a person is forced to
unwillingly take part in sexual activity
c. Emotional Violence – occurs when someone says or does
something that make a person stupid or worthless
d. Psychological violence – occurs when someone uses
threats and causes fear in an individual to gain
control

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e. Spiritual Violence(religious violence)- occurs when

someone uses an individual’s spiritual beliefs to
manipulate, dominate or control that person
f. Cultural Violence – occurs when an individual is
harmed as a result of practices that are part of her
or his culture, religion or tradition

Security and Well Being

The U.N is a perfect example of what should be done to
prevent the lack of security ad well being a serious global
issue. Through its own efforts with regional organizations and
representatives that are skilled in security, the U.N is working
toward increasing the well being of people throughout the world.

Lack of Education
More than 72 million children throughout the globe that are
of the age to be in the primary education are not enrolled in
school. This can be attributed to inequality and marginalization
as well as poverty. Fortunately, there are many organizations
that work directly with the issue of education in providing the
proper tools and resources to aid schools.
The Philippines has consistently made a significant stride
in its functional literacy rate. Functional literacy, as defined
by the National Statistics Authority is the level of literacy
which includes not only reading and writing but also numeracy
skills that would help people cope with the daily demands of
life. Based on the 9013 Functional Literacy, Education and Mass
Media Survey (FLEMSS), the country registered a 90.3% rate, which
means that nine out of every 10 Filipinos aged 10-64 were
functionally literate.
The Philippines has consistently made a significant stride
in its functional literacy rate. Functional literacy, as defined
by the National Statistics Authority is the level of literacy
which includes not only reading and writing but also numeracy
skills that would help people cope with the daily demands of
life. Based on the 9013 Functional Literacy, Education and Mass
Media Survey (FLEMSS), the country registered a 90.3% rate, which
means that nine out of every 10 Filipinos aged 10-64 were
functionally literate.

Unemployment
Without the necessary education and skills for employment,
many people, particularly 15to 24years old, struggle to find jobs
and create a proper living for themselves and their families This

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leads to a lack of necessary resources, such as enough food,

clothing, transportation and proper living conditions.
The unemployment rate in the Philippines inched lower to 5.2
percent in the March quarter of 2019 from 5.3 percent a year ago.
Unemployment rate in Philippines averaged 8.34 percent from 1994
until 2019, reaching an all-time high of 13.90 percent in first
quarter of 2000 and a record low of 4.70 percent in the fourth
quarter of 2016.
Government Corruption
Means of Corruption include graft, bribery, embezzlement,
backdoor deals, nepotism, and patronage. Corruption is a major
cause of poverty considering how it affects the poor the most,
eroding political and economic development, democracy and more.
Corruption can be detrimental to the safety and well- being of
citizens living within the corrupted vicinity, and can cause an
increase in violence and physical threats without as much
regulation in the government.
The Philippines ranked 94th out of 177 countries.
Transparency International's 2013 corruption index.
(Source: Trefor Moss, Wall Street Journal, May 29, 2014}

Malnourishment and Hunger

Currently there are 795 million people who do not have

enough to eat. Long-term success to ending world hunger starts
with ending poverty. By fighting poverty through proper training
for employment, education and the teaching of cooking and
gardening skills, People who are suffering will be more likely to
get jobs, earn enough monthly to buy food and even learn how to
make their own food to save money.

Malnutrition, in all its forms, includes under nutrition

(wasting, stunting, underweight), inadequate vitamins or
minerals, overweight, obesity, and resulting diet-related
noncommunicable diseases. The planet creates more than enough
food to meet everyone's needs. But there are still millions of
hungry people in the world.
Substance Abuse
Substance abuse is the "harmful or hazardous use of
psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs”
(World Health Organization) The United Nations reports that, by
the beginning of the 21* century, an estimated 185 million people
over the age of 15 were consuming drugs globally. The drugs most

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commonly used are marijuana, cocaine, alcohol, amphetamine

stimulants, opiates and volatile solvents. Different classes of
people, both poor and rich, partake in substance abuse, and it is
a persistent issue throughout the world but the developing world,
marginalized groups and communities are the most vulnerable to
this reality. The Philippines faces this huge problem on
substance abuse.
Terrorism

Terrorism is an issue throughout the world that causes fear

and insecurity, violence and death. Across the globe, terrorists
attack innocent people, often without warning. This makes
civilians feel defenseless in their everyday lives. Making
national security a higher priority is key in combating
terrorism, as well.as promoting justice in wrongdoings to
illustrate the enforcement of the law and the serious punishments
for terror crimes.

The 17 SDGs
1.End poverty in all its forms everywhere
2.End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and
promote sustainable agriculture
3.Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
4.Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote
life-long learning opportunities for all
5.Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
6.Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and
sanitation for all
7.Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern
energy for all
8.Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth,
full and productive employment and decent work for all
9.Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and
sustainable industrialization and foster innovation
10. Reduce inequality within and among countries
11. Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient
and sustainable.
12. Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
13. Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
(in line with the United Nations Frameworks Convention on
Climate Change)
14. Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine
resources for sustainable development

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15. Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial

ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat
desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and
half biodiversity loss.
16. Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable
development, provide access to justice for all and build
effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all
levels
17. Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the
global partnership for sustainable development
UN Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon, said: ‘The seventeen
Sustainable Development Goals are our shared vision of humanity
and a social contract between the world’s leaders and the people.
They are a to-do list for people and planet and a blueprint for
success.”

After Millennium Development Goals of 2015, here comes

another to-do list for the sake of the entire humanity.

Global Issues, SDGs 2015-2030 and Education

In September 2015, the General Assembly adopted the 2030

Agenda for Sustainable Development that includes 17 Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs). Building on the principle of “leaving
no one behind”, the new Agenda emphasizes a holistic approach to
achieving sustainable development. The realization of the 17 SDGs
means solving the top global issues cited by two sources.

These global issues and SDGs 2015-2030 must be intentionally

taught in schools because they are made part of the curriculum.

1. Prieto,N.,Arcangel,C.,Corpuz,B.(2019)The Teacher and the

School Community, School Culture and Organizational
Leadership. Lorimar Publishing, Philippines
2. https://www.k12academics.com/Education%20Worldwide/Education
%20in%20the%20Philippines/history-education-philippines