1) A global teacher incorporates global issues like multiculturalism, economics, environment, and social issues into their curriculum to give students a global perspective beyond the local classroom. 2) Characteristics of a global teacher include understanding their own cultural identity, knowing global dimensions of the subjects taught, engaging students in learning about the world, and modeling cultural sensitivity and social responsibility. 3) A globally competent teacher has knowledge of world issues and cultures, shows intercultural sensitivity, incorporates global topics into teaching, and helps students develop global competence.