Dive into the 70,000-year history of humanity, the economy, and the environment.
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The Ages of Globalization, an innovative new online course conceptually based on Professor Jeffrey Sachs' seminal book "The Ages of Globalization," is a story of humanity across the world and over time.
Our history is one of interdependence - globalization - as well as change,
driven by geography, technology, and institutions.
By understanding our shared history,
we can also understand how to meet the great challenges of our time.
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A revolutionary breakthrough in Education for Sustainable Development
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With visits and storytelling at UNESCO's Cultural Heritage Sites,
this course introduces a new and thrilling curriculum that merges
world history, science, geography, technology, interactive maps,
and monthly live dialogues with world leaders with
Professor Jeffrey D. Sachs and distinguished guests from across the globe.
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UNESCO's Assistant Director-General for Education Stefania Giannini welcomes the Ages of Globalization at its launch event as an important innovation to empower learners for Global Citizenship and Sustainable Development.