This session presents a Transdisciplinary Heritage Curriculum for Middle School (Grades 6–8) that places heritage conservation at the centre of learning, using Golconda Fort as a pilot cultural site. Anchored in the study of UNESCO Heritage Sites and the role of local communities in safeguarding them, the initiative embeds heritage meaningfully within the school curriculum while integrating Global Citizenship Education (GCED) principles.
By contextualizing Golconda Fort within both local and global perspectives, students develop an understanding of heritage not merely as a local treasure but as part of humanity’s shared cultural legacy. The curriculum incorporates inquiry-based learning, immersive field visits, community engagement, and reflective activities to foster deep, experiential understanding.
Aligned with UNESCO’s GCED framework, the project addresses the cognitive, socio-emotional, and behavioural domains. Students develop critical understanding of heritage and sustainability challenges (linked to SDGs 4, 11, and 13), cultivate empathy and respect for cultural diversity, and engage in action-oriented learning as heritage ambassadors.
The session demonstrates how local heritage can serve as a powerful vehicle for nurturing informed, empathetic, and responsible global citizens and offers a scalable model for heritage-based GCED integration.
