Transdisciplinary Theme
How We Organize Ourselves - An inquiry into the interconnectedness of human-made systems and communities; the structure and function of organizations; societal decision-making; economic activities and their impact on humankind and the environment.
Central Idea
People create organizations to solve problems and support human endeavor and enterprise.
Lines of Inquiry
An inquiry into:
· Purpose of organization (function)
· Why people join organizations (responsibility)
· Strategies for problem solving within an organization (function)
· What makes an organization successful (connection)
· Purpose of organization (function)
· Why people join organizations (responsibility)
· Strategies for problem solving within an organization (function)
· What makes an organization successful (connection)
Teacher Questions
· What problems/issues are organizations involved with?
· Why do people need organizations to solve problems?
· How do organizations solve problems?
· What makes a successful organization?
· Why do people need organizations to solve problems?
· How do organizations solve problems?
· What makes a successful organization?
Different Organizations Around the World
UNESCO in IraqWorld Food ProgrammeBoys and Girls ScoutingWater |
Action AidRed Crescent/Red CrossRISE Foundation in IraqFree RicePlay educational games to earn free rice for the hungry around the world.
Free the Children |
Child Aid InternationalUNICEF IRAQMINES ADVISORY GROUPWorld Compassion in IraqPeace Corps |