Ever wish you could inspire your students to think beyond the bounds of the classroom? If you’re ready to bring a global perspective to your teaching, The National Education Association Foundation has a program for you. The NEA Foundation Global Learning Fellowship is a professional development program designed to help educators expand their knowledge of global education and bring those insights back to their students.  

Selected fellows participate in year-long learning experiences that include virtual workshops, group mentoring, a capstone project, and an international field study. More than 500 educators have taken part since the program began in 2011, including eight from Idaho.  

Fellowship highlights include:  

• Workshops and webinars to help you gain insights into global competency and how to integrate it into your teaching. 

• Independent study and reflection during which you may explore educational topics of your choice and engage in discussions with other fellows. 

• Group mentoring to allow you to collaborate with peers and experts to develop global learning strategies. 

• A two-day in-person conference to network and deepen your understanding of global education. 

• A capstone project that incorporates the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into classroom instruction. 

• International field study, including a 10-day immersive experience to examine another country’s education system, culture and historical context. 

The application deadline is Monday, April 7; you can apply at NEAFoundation.org. For additional questions, contact GrantsAndPrograms@nea.org.