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"The number of megacities has multiplied over the past 50 years, to the extent that they now provide a home to 9% of the world's urban population ■ Their importance in the national and global economy is disproportionately high ■ City governance is having to adapt to the challenge of delivering holistic solutions across vast metropolitan regions ■ City managers must strike the balance between three overriding concerns: Economic competitiveness, environment and quality of life for urban residents"

Dynamic multimedia resources explore life experiences around the world. The resources on the Global Oneness Project are intended for whole-class instruction, with opportunities for group and individual activities and assignments. The lessons are best used as supplements or extensions to the core curriculum. For example, in a unit on climate change, "The Vanishing Island" provides students with a case study to further their understanding of the human impact of climate change.