Abstract
International relations education continues to rely on conventional methods that often overlook the transformative potential of creative media. Despite growing discourse on global citizenship and peace education, current pedagogies rarely incorporate film as an interactive tool for fostering intercultural understanding and conflict resolution. This research addresses the gap in existing international relations and cultural studies by exploring how cinematic narratives can be harnessed to cultivate global citizenship and promote peace. The study investigates how film as a medium of storytelling, visual rhetoric, and narrative construction can be integrated into international relations curricula to challenge prevailing stereotypes, stimulate intercultural dialogue, and inspire critical engagement with global issues. It hypothesizes that film-based pedagogies will enhance student understanding of complex international conflicts and nurture a culture of peace by transforming traditional classroom dynamics. Using a qualitative methodology, the research analyzed selected films with themes of peace and diplomacy, conducted in-depth interviews with educators employing film-based approaches, and implemented classroom case studies to evaluate learning outcomes. By rethinking international relations education through the lens of cinema, this research aims to offer innovative, practical strategies for integrating film into pedagogical practices. Ultimately, it will contribute to broader debates on global citizenship and peace education, suggesting that cinematic interventions are essential for cultivating informed, empathetic global citizens capable of advancing peaceful international relations in the 21st century.
Presenters
Seyram Liquenda Klu De-SouzaGraduate Intern, Human Resource/ Administration, Nubuke Foundation, Ghana
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KEYWORDS
CINEMA, FILM, INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS, PEDAGOGY, PEACEBUILDING, GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP
