Abstract:
The author analyzes the transformation of the higher education curriculum, and discusses barriers to overcome to prepare graduates that have a global mindset, are able to evaluate knowledge across disciplines, and are socially responsible. The author presents Hunger issues as a contextual teaching and learning tool to 1) increase students' global and social responsibility; 2) increase students' interest and active participation in the learning experience; 3) facilitate contextual and meaningful teaching and learning; 4) foster learning in (and integration of) multiple disciplines; 5) promote development of higher order thinking skills; 6) promote team learning and team work; 7) help students with a wide range of learning styles; and 8) enhance the college experience. To illustrate the argument, the author uses several examples from a program at the University of Georgia, including the case of a class assignment: the organization of a modified Hunger Banquet.
Keywords:
Hunger Banquet, hunger issues, enhanced teaching and learning, curriculum
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