The world
issues conference may have been interpreted several different ways depending on
the group that students were placed in, however my experience was a very
positive one. The initial presentation by Marc Kielburger was passionate,
impacting, inspiring and full of excitement. Overall, it was a fantastic and
positive way to begin the day. The two
grade 8 students presenting during our seminar were extremely prepared, and
well aware of the issues in Somalia. As a result of the engaging manner the issues
of Somalia were portrayed in, the presentation as a whole was comprehensive and
attention grasping. These grade 8’s offered YouTube videos, quizzes, and
debates with candy rewards in order to get the audience involved and concerned about
the issue, rather than just stating facts. By providing photos and videos the
presenters were also able to make the issue relatable, really bringing people’s
emotion and compassion for the less fortunate to light. Secondly, I took part
in the Right to Play session, informing kids about issues such as malaria, HIV,
and the day-to-day struggles militia may bring to less fortunate
countries. By teaching kids valuable
lessons through playing with their friends and staying active, maintaining attention
came easily. At the end of each game the facilitators would inform the students
of the reality of each game, as well as how it’s applicable to the struggles of
the less fortunate. In conclusion, the World Issues Conference is a great way
to get students, whether grade 8’s or grade 12’s, more passionate about these
issues that we study simply in the classroom. The World Issues Conference causes
everyone involved to take a different stance on the issues of the world; what’s
your solution?
I agree with this with some of the groups the kids were extremely involved and had great group discussions, where as others seemed shy and didn't get involved as much leaving the group leaders to run more of the conversation. I feel that overall this conference was a success
ReplyDeleteI was in the same group as you and I loved our kids! They were extremely involved with their presentation and knew exactly what they were talking about! Very smart kids and I wish they had more time to present! Sometimes they had to rush because they had so much information!!
ReplyDeleteThe WIC Conference was a really fantastic experience!!!! I was fortunate as well to have a really great group of kids to work with who were really excited about the topics we were discussing. It was really awesome to see the Hillfield student leaders participate so actively in the discussion and direct really great activities and quizzes for their peers. I also really enjoyed the keynote speaker, and really enjoyed speaking with the people from Right To Play. I think the Right to Play organization does a really fantastic job improving the children worldwide and is definitely an organization that I would like to get involved with.
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