Now that you are out of school and exploring life, have you ever at times wished that you had been more attentive in your courses?  Do some of the classes like world history seem more relevant now than they did then?

So many adults have spoken to us expressing interest in our courses, that we have developed an adult homeschooling program. We realize that many people are quite busy. They know what they want to learn, and they want to learn it quickly. Many don't have time to spend sitting in a classroom, or searching around for the best sources of information. That's where we come in: Global Village School offers quality distance learning education that allows an adult to homeschool.  We're always on the lookout for the best new books and Web sites, which we combine with thought-provoking study guides.  Our teaching staff will assist you in your endeavors to further your education.

How it Works

Courses

Fees

Courses:

The Peacemakers: This Web-based course discusses the concept of peacemakers by discussing several Nobel Peace Prize winners. Students explore questions such as: Who are the peacemakers of the world? How did they do what they did? What motivated them? Who was Alfred Nobel and how did the Nobel Peace Prize come into being? What can the student do to become a peacemaker? (Eighteen lessons)

Coming of Age: Most people would say that "growing up" or coming of age is a very challenging time of life. This course explores what it is like when being a minority is added in to the mix.  The course utilizes two texts: The Shared Heart: Portraits and Stories Celebrating Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Young People and Coming of Age in America: A Multicultural Anthology. (Eighteen lessons)

The Buddhist Path to Peace: This Web-based course combines writings from Buddhist teachers of peace such as the Dalai Lama, Thich Nhat Hanh, Lama Surya Das, Pema Chodron, and others. Students will learn how Buddhist teachings can be useful in creating peace in the world by reading, reflecting on, and practicing basic Buddhist teachings.   (Nine lessons)

International Human Rights: The course centers around the universality and other basic concepts of human rights; the general field of human rights (civil, political, economic, social, and cultural); the major instruments protecting these rights, including organizations and international laws; and some of the different people and organizations that are making a difference. Students will have opportunities to conduct independent research on the topics that most interest them. (Eighteen lessons)

The History of Civil Rights in America: This course surveys the succession of civil rights movements and issues in America. Groups and issues studied include: Native Americans, African Americans, Asian Americans, Mexican Americans, religious persecution, disability rights, Women's rights, WWII internment of the Japanese, and gay, lesbian, and bisexual rights. Web sites supplement texts published by Teaching Tolerance. (Eighteen lessons)

Global Spirituality and Activism: Twenty-eight religious leaders and thinkers from around the world speak about their own personal journeys and about universal dilemmas: Is there a universal code of human ethics? What role do our traditions play when hatred wears the mask of religion? What kind of environment will we bequeath to our children? Can religion combat racial and ethnic bigotry? How does personal spirituality affect our actions in daily life? This course uses the text, A Parliament of Souls: Conversations with Twenty-eight Spiritual Leaders from Around the World. The book is a companion to the Public Television series filmed during the World Parliament of Religions held in 1993 in Chicago. (Eighteen lessons)

Reflections on Peacemaking: Our text is the beautiful and inspiring book, Architects of Peace, by Michael Collopy. It contains portraits and interviews with 75 different peacemakers. The intention of this course is to guide students in their own reflections about what it is to be an architect of peace, and to remind them that one person really can make a huge difference. (Eighteen lessons)

We are always working on new courses and you are welcome to take any of our high school offerings. Check with us to find out the latest developments.

Some of the courses in progress include: Gandhi, and Comparative Religions.

Curriculum Costs*

COURSE	LENGTH	COST
The Peacemakers	18 lessons	$75
Coming of Age	18 lessons	$65
The Buddhist Path to Peace	9 lessons	$55
International Human Rights	18 lessons	$75
The History of Civil Rights in the U.S.	18 lessons	$65
Global Spirituality and Activism	18 lessons	$65
Reflections on Peacemaking	18 lessons	$60

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