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Index

Introduction of Module

Supporting materials

Preliminary Assessment

Resources, Glossary

Learning materials

Mind Map

Unit 1.1

Key concepts in Sustainable Development and worldwide perspective

Case Study

Unit 1.2

Integration of Sustainable Development in Higher Education courses

Sum up Infographic

Unit 1.3

Pedagogical strategies for Sustainable Development integration in Higher Education courses

Final Quiz - Survey - Badge

INTRODUCTION

This module equips participants with knowledge, tools and examples for designing student-centred courses that integrate sustainable development principles. By embedding sustainability into education, we prepare students to adapt to change, make informed decisions, and contribute to a sustainable future as professionals and citizen

Key points of the module

• Foster student-centred learning to offer new perspectives on sustainable development.
• Address global challenges by promoting shifts in mindsets and behaviours.
• Advocate for integrating sustainable development into educational objectives, content, and institutional practices.
• Emphasize the critical role of sustainable development in preparing students for a rapidly evolving world and encouraging responsible actions.

Expected learning outcomes

• Design courses that incorporate sustainable development principles.
• Apply Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) strategies in learning and teaching.
• Use student-centred learning methods to inspire students to view sustainable development from fresh perspectives.

Initial Reflection

Quiz - SDGs

Reflection Exercise - Applicability of SDG principle in L&T

Quiz - Sustainable Development Competences

Quiz - Pedagogical Approaches

Final Quiz

Reflection Exercise - Educational Units for integrating Sustainable Development

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Development

Sustainable Development Competences

Education for Sustainable Development

Sustainability

Reflections

Key concepts Sustainable Development

Sustainable DevelopmentStudent-centred course design

Examples of Sustainable Developments integration in specific fields

Approaches to Sustainable Development Integration

Integrate in existing courses

Design a specific course

Integrate in regular courses

Multidisciplinary aspects in a specialisation course

Literature

Economics

Natural Sciences

Engineering

Physics

Medicine

Pedagogical Approaches

Environmental

Social

Universal

Self-reflection

Assessment Tool

Statements

Assess your competence in designing a TEXT course by the PROFFORMANCE Assessment Tool.

Assess yourself along the PROFFORMANCE Assessment tool statements SUST TA1 - Competences on digitalized course design

What is your experience?

Self-reflection is a valuable tool when developing your course. It helps you identify your strengths and areas for improvement. Our course supports you in strengthening your weaknesses and designing a better learning experience for your students.

Initial reflection

How would you describe your current courses Learning & Teaching practice in relation to sustainable development?

Do you incorporate in your courses' contents addressing sustainable development, enabling students’ competences to contribute to a sustainable future?

Do you create and apply Education for Sustainable Development teaching, learning and assessment strategies?

Do you promote awareness and improve students’ competences and mindset in relation to sustainable development?

Do you consider sustainable impact when designing learning and teaching activities and materials?

If you are not so familiar with these topics, or you are, but curious to have more examples for inspiration, or not sure how to reply to these questions, this Module is intended to inspire and support you in:

I integrate sustainable development principles into my course content to enhance students' competences for a sustainable future.

Assess yourself

Hint

I apply effective Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) teaching, learning and assessment strategies.

Assess yourself

Hint

I promote awareness and improve students’ competences and mindset towards sustainable development.

Assess yourself

Hint

I consider sustainable impact when designing learning and teaching materials and activities.

Assess yourself

Hint

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UNIT 1.1

Key concepts in Sustainable Development and worldwide perspective

UNIT 1.1 is dedicated to the description of the key concepts related to Sustainable Development particularly in Higher Education and how the topic is worlwide addressed.

At the end of the UNIT 1.1 you can find two reflection quizzes for inspiration.

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UNIT 1.1

Key concepts on Sustainable Development and Student-centred learning

To integrate sustainable development concepts and principles in courses' design based on student-centred learning, it is important to explore the main concepts related to Student-Centre Learning (SCL) and Sustainable Development.

What is the definition of Student-Centred Learning? Considering the European Higher Education Area: "Student-centred learning (SCL) is an approach to education, which aims at overcoming some of the problems inherent to more traditional forms of education by focusing on the learner and their needs, rather than being centred around the teacher's input. This approach has many implications for the design and flexibility of curriculum, course content, and interactivity of the learning process and is being increasingly used at universities across Europe."

What key concepts should be considered when addressing Sustainable Development ?

UNIT 1.1

When exploring Sustainable Development, it is essential to understand key concepts that shape the field. Below, it is presented the most important ones.

Sustainable Development

Education for Sustainable Development (EDS)

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Sustainable Development Competenses

Sustainability

UNIT 1.1

Let's explore in detail Sustainable Development!

What is Education for Sustainable Development?

The 17 Sustainable Development Goals

Competences for Sustainable Development according to different authors

UNIT 1.1

"What is Education for Sustainable Development"?

A short video from the United Nations

Source: United Nations

UNIT 1.1

Let's explore the 17 Sustainable Development Goals

"What it will take to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals?"

"Do you know all 17 SDG?"

Source: United Nations

Source: United Nations

Competences for Sustainable Development

UNIT 1.1

Several authors and tools address Sustainability competences. The general competences are as:

GreenComp

UNESCO

Lozano, R. et al.

• Systems thinking
• Interdisciplinary work
• Anticipatory thinking
• Strategic action
• Critical thinking and analysis
• Interpersonal relations and collaboration
• Communication and use of media

• Empathy and change of perspective

• Personal involvement
• Assessment and evaluation
• Tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty
• Justice, responsibility and ethics

• Systems thinking
• Critical thinking
• Anticipatory thinking
• Normative thinking
• Strategic thinking

• Collaboration
• Self-awareness
• Integrated problem-solving

• Valuing sustainability
• Supporting fairness
• Promoting nature
• Systems thinking
• Critical thinking
• Problem framing
• Futures literacy

• Adaptability
• Collective action
• Exploratory thinking
• Political gency
• Individual initiative

UNESCO, 2017, page 14

R. Lozano, 2017

GreenComp, 2022

UNIT 1.1

As a relevant and urgent topic, Sustainable Development and Sustainability in Higher Education, are tackled worldwide, namely by organisations as European Commission, Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, United Nations. What has been done by these organisations?

UNIT 1.1

Below you can find examples of how Sustainable Development and Sustainability in the field of Learning & Teaching are being addressed at the Institutional level in Higher Education Institutions.

University of Cape TownSouth Africa

University of LundSweden

University of StanfordU.S.A

University of MelbourneAustralia

Chile

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

UNIT 1.1

Let's reflect on the key concepts!

Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainability Competences

Reflection on key concepts - Sustainable Development Goals

UNIT 1.1

Reflection on key concepts - Sustainability competences

UNIT 1.1

UNIT 1.1

Conclusions

In UNIT 1.1 key-concepts in Sustainable Development were presented and the worlwide perspective of how it has been addressed particularly in Higher Education.

Summarising UNIT1.1

To fully integrate Sustainable Development in(to) programmes key-concepts must be consolidated: definition of Sustainable Development, Sustainability, Education for Sustainable Development, Sustainable Development Goals and Sustainable Development competences.

Sustainable Development key-concepts

In UNIT 1.1 it was presented how organisations and Higher Education Institutions address Sustainable Development in Higher Education.

Sustainable Development - a worlwide mission

UNIT 1.2

Integration of Sustainable Development in Higher Education courses

UNIT 1.2 is dedicated to the steps to consider for the integration of Sustainable Development concepts and principles in Higher Education courses

In this UNIT, four examples, in different Higher Education Institutions and courses, of how is integrated are presented.

At the end of the UNIT 1.2 you can find a case study for reflection.

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How to integrate Sustainable Development concepts and principles in(to) a student-centred course ?

UNIT 1.2

Integration SD into your course can be obtained through the following steps:

Impact

Awareness

Application

Alignment

Incorporation

These steps are outlined in the four statements of the PROFFORMANCE self-assessment tool under Thematic Area 1 (Student-Centred Course Design) within the Sustainable Development dimension.

UNIT 1.2

A recent publication by Ghazian and Lorten, (2024), suggests "Ten Simple Rules for Incorporating the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into Environmental and Natural Science Courses"

The 10 rules are:(extracted from (Ghazian & Lorten, 2024))

Rule 4

Rule 2

Rule 3

Rule 1

Rule 7

Rule 6

Rule 5

Rule 9

Rule 8

Rule 10

The following video provides an overview in how integrate sustainability in existing courses.

UNIT 1.2

"Green Learning - Integrating Sustainability into Educational Systems"

Source: BioTech Whisperer

Examples of Sustainable Development integration

UNIT 1.2

in Higher Education courses

There are different ways to incorporate the concept of Sustainable Development, relevant content and Learning & Teaching activities in the existing curricula, depending on the discipline and your students learning needs. Below you can find existing courses that:

(1) Introduce sustainable development topics in the existing course/courses across the study program.

(2) Is a specific course focused on the general concept of sustainable development.

(3) Integrate sustainable development topics in regular subject in accordance with the discipline/study field.

(4) Is a specialised course covering multidisciplinary aspects of sustainable development in accordance with the discipline/study field.

Case study

UNIT 1.2

EcoVille: A Sustainable Community Initiative

EcoVille is a small community that has implemented a range of projects to meet several of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These projects include renewable energy installations, organic farming cooperatives, education programs on sustainable practices, waste management systems, and healthcare initiatives focusing on preventive care.

UNIT 1.2

Conclusions

Four examples of approaches, with existing courses, of integration of SD were presented.

Integration of SD in courses

A step-by-step suggestion of integration of SD in new or existing courses was presented, as well a ten-rules guide.

Step-by-step integration of SD

Pedagogical strategies for Sustainable Development integration in Higher Education courses

UNIT 1.3

UNIT 1.3 presents pedagogical strategies for Sustainable Development incorporation in courses in Higher Education.

Twelve examples of different pedagogical strategies implemented to incorporate SD are provided to inspire the learner according to his/her scientific domain and interest.

A link between pedagogical strategies and competences developed or improved is also presented.

For inspiration, twenty-one existing courses addressing SD in different fields are presented.

Learner is invited to reflect on the UNIT through three reflective exercises.

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Pedagogical strategies to develop Sustainable Development Competences

UNIT 1.3

There are pedagogical strategie recommended for a more effective integration of Sustainable Development principles used to develop Sustainable Development competences. Lozano et al. (2017) synthesised 12 pedagogical approaches from previous research and categorised them into three main groups:

(1) Universal, which refers to approaches used across various disciplines and contexts.

(2) Social, which includes those specifically developed to address social justice and community-building.

(3) Environmental, which encompasses approaches from environmental sciences and education practices.

One of the existing frameworks linking Sustainable Development competences and pedagogical approaches, was developed by Lozano et al. (2019).

UNIT 1.3

The following table provides the likelihood of developing a competence according to the applied pedagogical approach.

Adapted from Figure 1 of Lozano et al. (2019)

Examples of courses addressing Sustainable Development in different fields are presented for inspiration.

UNIT 1.3

Tourism

Literature

Law

Accounting

Economics

Journalism

Design & Manufacturing

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing

Media, Communication and Sustainable Development

Accounting, Sustainability and Finance

Leisure, Tourism and Territorial Sustainability

Sustainable Resource Economics and Policy

Environmental Law and Policy

Literature and the Environment

University of Edingburgh, Scotland

University of Coimbra, Portugal

University of Leeds, UK

Umeå University, Sweden

University of Bologna, Italy

University of Yale, USA

University of Cambridge, UK

Services

Services

Psychology

Toxicology

Education

Mathematics

Aviation

Physics

Architecture

Sustainable Architecture, Urban and Landscape

Knowledge forming and sustainable development

Mathematical Modelling for Sustainable Development

Environmental Psychology

Physics for Sustainable Development

Global Toxicology in a Sustainable Society

Sustainable Aviation

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA

Karolinska Institute, Sweden

University of Groningen, The Netherlands

University of Gothenburg, Sweden

Technical University of Munich, Germany

University of Paris-Saclay, France

University of Bristol, U.K

Services

Medicine

Nanomaterials

Pharmacy

Engineering

Chemistry

Agriculture

Sustainable Development

Sustainable Development: Big issues, new answers

Sustainability in medicine: Action plan for a climate emergency

Green & sustainable pharmaceutical production

Principles & Systems Thinking in Green & Sustainable Chemistry

Nanomaterials for Sustainable Energy and Environment

Agricultural Economics

Sustainable Engineering Systems

Southeast technological university, Ireland

University of Leiden, The Netherlands

University of Nairobi, Kenya

Monash University, Australia

KTH, Sweden

McGill University, Canada

University of York, U.K

UNIT 1.3

UNIT 1.3

Reflection Exercise

“Reflect on the applicability of ESD principle in my own Learning & Teaching practices”

Let's take a moment to reflect on our teaching practice with a focus on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). Through three key questions, let's explore how we can integrate sustainability, into our classrooms for a brighter future.

1. How can I infuse sustainability concepts into the curriculum of my course?

2. What pedagogical strategies can I employ to encourage students to critically engage with environmental, social, and economic issues?

3. In what ways can I create a learning environment that fosters transformative learning experiences, where students gain new perspectives on sustainable development?

UNIT 1.3

Reflection Exercise

“Identify educational units where sustainable development topics could fit their discipline/subject”

According to the educational learning objectives (following Bloom's taxonomy) and disciplines, a set of activities and assessments can be implemented to integrate sustainable development. What activity type, objectives and assessment would you consider for

• Courses in general?

• Specific fields?

Business & Economics

Social Sciences

Natural Sciences

Engineering

Humanities

Education

way.

UNIT 1.3

Conclusions

Twelve pedagogical approaches are presented as more suitable to promote and address Sustainable Development topic.

Pedagogical strategies

According to Lozano et al., there's a link between different pedagogical methods and developed Sustainable Development competences.

Pedagogical strategies & SD competences

Depending on the field of knowledge, there's a variety of approaches to (and in how to) integrate SD in Higher Education courses.

Courses examples

cASE STUDy

Case study from the PROFFORMANCE database (award.profformance.eu): https://award.profformance.eu/search/readDetail/612 (2024)

Talking places:

Resources

https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/9/10/1889

https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/greencomp-european-sustainability-competence-framework_en

https://www.unesco.org/en/sustainable-development/education/need-know

https://www.york.ac.uk/students/studying/manage/programmes/module-catalogue/module/CHE00001M/latest

https://ehea.info/page-student-centred-learning

https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000247444

more

https://www.un.org/en/academic-impact/sustainability

https://publications.jrc.ec.europa.eu/repository/handle/JRC128040

https://youtu.be/YUFqamr78Xk

https://www.drps.ed.ac.uk/23-24/dpt/cxscil08008.htm

https://youtu.be/0XTBYMfZyrM

https://joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/greencomp-european-sustainability-competence-framework_en

https://www.kth.se/student/kurser/kurs/SK2775?l=en

https://youtu.be/enGJyhu6Xr0

https://kurser.dtu.dk/course/2023-2024/12859?menulanguage=en

https://youtu.be/eLVgoplvMSY

https://www.gu.se/en/study-gothenburg/environmental-economics-es1601

https://www.jigsaw.org/

https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/16/21/9594

Resources

https://teaching.berkeley.edu/teaching-guides-resources/teaching-your-course/lecturing-strategies

https://www.nature.com/articles/s43586-023-00214-1

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00958964.2022.2063784

https://sites.tuni.fi/digitaltoolkit/teamwork-and-collaboration/concept-maps-and-mind-maps-with-various-tools/

https://www.ku.dk/studies/masters/environmental-and-natural-resource-economics

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/21681376.2020.1794950

more

https://bmcmedresmethodol.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1471-2288-11-100

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11367-020-01844-3

https://www.up.pt/portal/en/educational-innovation/teaching-and-learning/approaches/pbl/

https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1036&context=eeng_fac

https://handbook.monash.edu/2021/units/MEC6884

https://www.lifescied.org/doi/10.1187/cbe.21-12-0340

https://www-esdmphil.eng.cam.ac.uk/about-the-programme/prog-structure/core-modules/esd-560

https://plantscience.uonbi.ac.ke/program-content-type/bachelor-science-agriculture

https://vu.nl/en/about-vu/more-about/transform-your-education-with-community-service-learning

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/sd.2286

https://catalogue.leeds.ac.uk/

Resources

https://apps.uc.pt/courses/EN/unit/81667/16381/2024-2025?common_core=true&type=ram&id=5981

https://pubs.aip.org/aapt/ajp/article-abstract/91/9/667/2906668/A-course-on-climate-change-and-sustainable?redirectedFrom=fulltext

https://www.drps.ed.ac.uk/23-24/dpt/cxcmse11522.htm

https://pubs.aip.org/aapt/ajp/article-abstract/91/9/667/2906668/A-course-on-climate-change-and-sustainable?redirectedFrom=fulltext

https://www.unibo.it/en/study/course-units-transferable-skills-moocs/course-unit-catalogue/course-unit/2023/400627

https://www.setu.ie/courses/certificate-in-green-sustainable-pharmaceutical-production

https://resources.environment.yale.edu/courses/detail/824

https://campus.tum.de/tumonline/ee/ui/ca2/app/desktop/#/slc.tm.cp/student/courses/950696408?$scrollTo=toc_overview

https://www.bristol.ac.uk/unit-programme-catalogue/UnitDetails.jsa?ayrCode=31%2F32&unitCode=SEMTM0008

https://education.ki.se/course-syllabus/4TX036

https://www.umu.se/en/education/courses/media-communication-and-sustainable-development/

https://ws.engr.illinois.edu/custom/getsyllabus.asp?id=2023

https://studiegids.universiteitleiden.nl/courses/114482/sustainable-development-big-issues-new-answers

https://repository.tudelft.nl/record/uuid:a6aaebdd-ec30-4a72-a609-ac128f25a470

https://ocasys.rug.nl/current/catalog/course/PSMSB-2

GLOSSARY

“ESD “gives learners of all ages the knowledge, skills, values and agency to address interconnected global challenges including climate change, loss of biodiversity, unsustainable use of resources, and inequality”, it “empowers learners to take informed decisions and responsible actions for environmental integrity, economic viability and a just society, for present and future generations, while respecting cultural diversity.

Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Source:

SDG aim to secure sustainable, peaceful, prosperous and equitable life on earth for everyone now and in the future. The goals cover global challenges that are crucial for the survival of humanity. Source:

Education for Sustainable Development (EDS)

Sustainable Development

Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)

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GLOSSARY

Sustainability means prioritising the needs of all life forms and of the planet by ensuring that human activity does not exceed planetary boundaries Source: (page 12)

Sustainability competence empowers learners to embody sustainability values, and embrace complex systems, in order to take or request action that restores and maintains ecosystem health and enhances justice, generating visions for sustainable futures. Source: (page 12)

“Student-centred learning (SCL) is an approach to education, which aims at overcoming some of the problems inherent to more traditional forms of education by focusing on the learner and their needs, rather than being centred around the teacher's input.

Student-centred learning

Sustainability competences

Sustainability

Final Quiz of the module

10

Course completed!

Acknowledgements

Create a safe and inclusive space where students feel comfortable expressing their thoughts and opinions on sustainable development issues. Encourage open dialogue and respectful exchange of ideas, allowing students to explore diverse perspectives and challenge their own assumptions.

Encourage Open Dialogue

LU Sustainability Policy

Lund University's dedication to sustainability in education is rooted in several pivotal documents designed to influence teaching methodologies throughout the institution. The Sustainable Development Policy establishes the university's primary objectives for embedding sustainability across its operations, including educational practices. The Education Quality Policy establishes benchmarks for academic excellence, requiring that relevant perspectives on sustainable development are emphasised in education. The Education Strategy offers a comprehensive plan, emphasising teaching methods that integrate sustainability.

LU Sustainability Policy in L&T

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing

The program aims to direct innovation towards more sustainable outcomes by examining manufacturing, design, and business-model perspectives. It will address contemporary issues in the field, including sustainability design principles.

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing module

The Wild Literature and the Environment module

Overview: This literature course explores the relationship between literary texts and environmental issues.Content: The curriculum includes readings of classic and contemporary literary works that address themes of nature, ecology, and sustainability. Students analyze how literature reflects and influences environmental attitudes and policies, contributing to the broader understanding of sustainable development.

The Wild: Literature and the Environment module

Global Toxicology in a Sustainable Society

Impact of toxic chemicals and pollution on global health and sustainable development. It covers topics such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to toxicology, global environmental changes, and sustainable lifestyles.

Global Toxicology in a Sustainable Society module

Hint: You embed Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in learning and teaching, from course design to assessment. It includes key sustainable development issues like biodiversity, poverty, and climate change, using interdisciplinary learning, case studies, and expert lectures. Assessments may involve projects, portfolios, and peer reviews.

Hint: You incorporate in your course contents that address sustainable development, as, for example, specific modules describing the current challenges and needs, approaches based in systems thinking and interdisciplinarity, and/or designing a whole course related to the topic.

Encourage students to critically evaluate sustainability issues and develop solutions to complex problems. This could involve analyzing conflicting perspectives, evaluating the effectiveness of sustainability initiatives, and considering the ethical implications of different actions

Encourage students

Institute for Sustainable Development (IDS)

The Institute for Sustainable Development (IDS) is a new interdisciplinary academic division linked with all 18 faculties of Catholic University, as well as the UC College and the Villarrica Regional Headquarters. The IDS is a collaborative initiative designed to address the challenges arising from the socio-environmental crisis. The aim of IDS is to enhance UC's role in sustainable development by providing an academic platform for transformative teaching, interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research, and community partnerships

Institute for Sustainable Development (IDS)

Incorporate case studies and examples that illustrate sustainability concepts in action. This could involve analyzing sustainability initiatives in different industries or exploring successful sustainability projects in your community.

Use case studies and real-world examples

Opportunities

Contextualize your topic

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Institute for Sustainable Development (IDS)

The Institute for Sustainable Development (IDS) is a new interdisciplinary academic division linked with all 18 faculties of Catholic University, as well as the UC College and the Villarrica Regional Headquarters. The IDS is a collaborative initiative designed to address the challenges arising from the socio-environmental crisis. The aim of IDS is to enhance UC's role in sustainable development by providing an academic platform for transformative teaching, interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research, and community partnerships

Institute for Sustainable Development (IDS)

Sustainable Stanford

Through this university-wide initiative to guide, link, aid, and streamline sustainability endeavours throughout the campus, Sustainable Stanford aims to set a precedent as a practical demonstration of sustainability principles in action. One of the actions is the integration of the topic in existing modules, promoting the approach of Living Labs, etc.

Sustainable Stanford

The Wild Literature and the Environment module

Overview: This literature course explores the relationship between literary texts and environmental issues.Content: The curriculum includes readings of classic and contemporary literary works that address themes of nature, ecology, and sustainability. Students analyze how literature reflects and influences environmental attitudes and policies, contributing to the broader understanding of sustainable development.

The Wild: Literature and the Environment course

Questions for self-reflection

Here are some ways to achieve this: - Encourage Open Dialogue - create a safe and inclusive space where students feel comfortable expressing their thoughts and opinions on sustainable development issues. Encourage open dialogue and respectful exchange of ideas, allowing students to explore diverse perspectives and challenge their own assumptions. - Facilitate Experiential Learning - Provide opportunities for hands-on, experiential learning activities that immerse students in real-world sustainability challenges. This could include field trips, service-learning projects, or simulations that encourage active engagement and critical reflection. - Promote Interdisciplinary Approaches - emphasize the interconnectedness of environmental, social, and economic systems by incorporating interdisciplinary perspectives into your teaching. Encourage students to explore the complex interactions between different aspects of sustainable development and consider how their own discipline contributes to broader sustainability goals. - Encourage Self-Reflection - incorporate reflective practices into your teaching to encourage students to critically reflect on their own values, beliefs, and behaviors in relation to sustainable development. Provide opportunities for journaling, self-assessment, or group discussions where students can examine their personal attitudes and motivations for sustainability action. - Emphasise Systems Thinking - teach students to think systemically by examining the interconnectedness and interdependence of environmental, social, and economic systems. Help them understand how changes in one area can have ripple effects across multiple dimensions of sustainability, fostering a holistic perspective on complex issues. - Challenge Assumptions and Paradigms - encourage students to question conventional wisdom and challenge dominant paradigms related to sustainable development. Explore alternative viewpoints, indigenous knowledge systems, and grassroots movements that offer fresh perspectives on sustainability issues. - Promote Active Citizenship - empower students to become active agents of change by engaging them in projects and initiatives that promote sustainability in their communities. Encourage them to identify opportunities for positive action and develop the skills and confidence to advocate for sustainable solutions. - Provide Mentorship and Support - offer mentorship and support to students as they navigate their transformative learning journey in sustainable development. Serve as a guide and facilitator, providing feedback, encouragement, and resources to help them develop their understanding and capabilities in this area.

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing

The program aims to direct innovation towards more sustainable outcomes by examining manufacturing, design, and business-model perspectives. It will address contemporary issues in the field, including sustainability design principles.

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing module

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

On September 2015 the United Nations General Assembly adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development having as its core 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) describing major development challenges for humanity. These 17 SDGs aim to secure sustainable, peaceful, prosperous and equitable life on earth for everyone now and in the future. The goals cover global challenges that are crucial for the survival of humanity.

UNESCO, 2017

Impact

When designing learning and teaching activities and materials as, for example, the resources used, take into consideration the consequences at a long-term of the sustainable development privileging the digital formats instead paper, understanding the sources and production of consumables for laboratories, etc.

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing

The course intends to steer innovation towards more sustainable results. The module will examine manufacturing, design, and business-model viewpoints, addressing current issues such as sustainability design principles (including ecological, social, inclusive, and holistic-system perspectives), value considerations, the circular economy, risk management, and resilience in global supply chains, and organisational hurdles in implementing and progressing sustainability initiatives.

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing

Sustainable Development 1a: Introducing Sustainable Development

University of Edinburgh

This course tackles the major issues of the twenty-first century, such as access to water, food, energy, and shelter, along with justice, all within the framework of a destabilizing climate and environmental resource degradation. It examines the principles, concepts, contexts, issues, and applications of sustainable development from various disciplinary perspectives, aiding students in understanding these debates and reflecting on their own viewpoints.

Sustainable Development 1a course link

Environmental psychology

Environmental psychology studies the transaction between humans and their natural and built environment. Learning outcomes: . Evaluate how psychologists contribute to fostering a sustainable society. . Describe the interactions between humans and their natural and built environments. . Recognise the individual, social, and cultural factors that impact environmental behaviour. . Apply psychological theories and methods to understand and address environmental issues. . Identify interventions that can be used to manage environmental challenges . etc.

Environmental psychology course

European Higher Education Area

"In the Yerevan Communiqué (2015), the Ministers confirmed that "Enhancing the quality and relevance of learning and teaching is the main mission of the EHEA.""We will encourage and support higher education institutions and staff in promoting pedagogical innovation in student-centred learning environments and in fully exploiting the potential benefits of digital technologies for learning and teaching.""

EHEA - Student-centred learning

Sustainability in medicine: Action plan for a climate emergency

The course aims to furnish with a comprehensive framework to deepen the comprehension of the health repercussions of climate change and to equip with the skills to advocate for sustainability within the clinical practice. The course is structured by medical specialties, including anaesthesia, general practice, radiology, psychiatry, surgery, and internal medicine. Residents are encouraged to investigate climate-related health issues across the full spectrum of medical disciplines.

Sustainability in medicine: Action plan for a climate emergency course

Organize debates or structured discussions where students explore different perspectives on environmental, social, and economic issues. Encourage them to defend their positions using evidence and logical reasoning. This promotes critical thinking and helps students understand the complexity of these issues.

Organize debates or structured discussions

The Wild Literature and the Environment module

Overview: This literature course explores the relationship between literary texts and environmental issues.Content: The curriculum includes readings of classic and contemporary literary works that address themes of nature, ecology, and sustainability. Students analyze how literature reflects and influences environmental attitudes and policies, contributing to the broader understanding of sustainable development.

The Wild: Literature and the Environment module

Acknowledgements

Professional coordinators, advisers Vilmos Vass Szilvia Besze Adviser Daliborka Luketic Designer Bárbara Gabriel Szabina Gyurisán Horváthné

Authors Bárbara Gabriel Lali Giorgidze Jelena Parojčić Irma Grdzelidze Reviewers Ruaidhri Neavyn

Sustainable Development

“Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” - World Commission on Environment and Development’s 1987 Brundtland report ´Our Common Future`

https://www.un.org/en/academic-impact/sustainability

Sustainable development refers to the “many processes and pathways used to stimulate development, or achieve progress, in sustainable ways”

Bianchi et al., 2022, page 12

Principles & Systems Thinking in Green & Sustainable Chemistry

This module will present the concepts, principles, and theoretical foundations of green and sustainable chemistry, framed within the context of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and systems-thinking.

Principles & Systems Thinking in Green & Sustainable Chemistry course

Leisure, tourism and territorial sustainability

The course intends to provide the following learning outcomes: . Understand theoretical concepts and current debates in sustainability. . Explain how territorial management aids sustainable development. . Understand the impacts of leisure and tourism on regions, economies, and societies. . Identify key trends in leisure and tourism, including supply, demand, and destinations. . Discuss how innovation and creativity boost tourism competitiveness. . Recognise planning as essential for preserving tourism resources and enhancing benefits. . Demonstrate the importance of planning and management in tourism with models and case studies. . Analyse leisure and tourism policies and their outcomes across different regions.

Leisure, tourism and territorial sustainability course

Global Toxicology in a Sustainable Society

Impact of toxic chemicals and pollution on global health and sustainable development. It covers topics such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to toxicology, global environmental changes, and sustainable lifestyles.

Global Toxicology in a Sustainable Society module

This allows students to gain insights from experts and see sustainability concepts applied in real-world contexts.

Invite guest speakers from relevant fields or organize field trips to sustainability-focused organizations.

Incorporation

In accordance with your students learning needs and the specificities of the discipline/study field, you decide to incorporate in your study program contents that address sustainable development, as, for example, specific modules describing the current challenges and needs, approaches based in systems thinking and interdisciplinarity, and/or designing a whole or specific/separate/special ? course related to the topic.

Sustainable Aviation

Learning goals of the course: • Establish a baseline understanding of the current state of sustainability in the aviation industry • Instill “sustainability thinking” for use on future complex, multi-disciplinary problems • Relate high-level ideas of energy, power, propulsion, operations and systems design • Understand and model implications of power and energy life cycles • Demonstrate technical independence and effective communication of critical ideas

Sustainable Aviation course

Emphasize the interconnectedness of environmental, social, and economic systems by incorporating interdisciplinary perspectives into your teaching. Encourage students to explore the complex interactions between different aspects of sustainable development and consider how their own discipline contributes to broader sustainability goals.

Promote Interdisciplinary Approaches

Awareness

Promote awareness and improve or support/facilitate advancement of students’ competences and mindsets in relation to sustainable development

Organise

Integrate

Provide

Promote

Incorporate reflective practices into your teaching to encourage students to critically reflect on their own values, beliefs, and behaviors in relation to sustainable development. Provide opportunities for journaling, self-assessment, or group discussions where students can examine their personal attitudes and motivations for sustainability action.

Encourage Self-Reflection

Physics for Sustainable Development

An intermediate-level course for physics students, addressing Sustainable Development through active learning and group projects.

Physics for Sustainable Development course

Social Pedagogical Approaches

• Community Service Learning

• Jigsaw/Interlinked Teams

• Participatory Action Research

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing

The program aims to direct innovation towards more sustainable outcomes by examining manufacturing, design, and business-model perspectives. It will address contemporary issues in the field, including sustainability design principles.

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing module

The Wild Literature and the Environment module

Overview: This literature course explores the relationship between literary texts and environmental issues.Content: The curriculum includes readings of classic and contemporary literary works that address themes of nature, ecology, and sustainability. Students analyze how literature reflects and influences environmental attitudes and policies, contributing to the broader understanding of sustainable development.

The Wild: Literature and the Environment module

Provide opportunities for hands-on, experiential learning activities that immerse students in real-world sustainability challenges. This could include field trips, service-learning projects, or simulations that encourage active engagement and critical reflection.

Facilitate Experiential Learning

For this you will need pedagogical strategies (see slide 8) that foster active learning, critical thinking, and reflection. Here are some effective approaches: - Try Problem-based Learning (PBL). Present students with authentic, real-world problems related to environmental, social, or economic issues. Allow them to work collaboratively to analyze the problem, conduct research, and propose solutions. PBL encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills while addressing complex issues. - Organize debates or structured discussions where students explore different perspectives on environmental, social, and economic issues. Encourage them to defend their positions using evidence and logical reasoning. This promotes critical thinking and helps students understand the complexity of these issues. - Use case studies to examine how environmental, social, and economic factors intersect in real-world scenarios. Analyzing case studies allows students to apply theoretical concepts to practical situations, fostering critical thinking and decision-making skills. - Integrate service-learning projects into your curriculum where students address environmental, social, or economic issues through community service. This experiential learning approach combines academic learning with real-world action, encouraging critical reflection and civic engagement. - Incorporate reflective writing assignments where students analyze their own beliefs, values, and experiences related to environmental, social, and economic issues. This encourages metacognition and helps students develop a deeper understanding of these complex topics. - Utilise multimedia resources, such as documentaries, podcasts, or interactive simulations, to engage students and facilitate critical inquiry into environmental, social, and economic issues. Technology can also provide platforms for collaborative learning and research.

Nanomaterials for Sustainable Energy and Environment

This course aims to focus on the interdisciplinary nature of the field, equipping learners with comprehensive knowledge to grasp the potential applications of nanotechnology at the intersection of Energy, Environment, and Sustainable Development

Nanomaterials for Sustainable Energy and Environment course

Engineering

Empower students to become active agents of change by engaging them in projects and initiatives that promote sustainability in their communities. Encourage them to identify opportunities for positive action and develop the skills and confidence to advocate for sustainable solutions.

Promote Active Citizenship

Sustainable engineering systems

Sustainable engineering systems are designed to use resources efficiently, ensuring they meet demands without depleting supplies and can even enhance resource availability. The module encourages a re-evaluation of engineering practices. It encompasses methods like water harvesting, power co-generation, and utilising renewable energy sources. More fundamentally, it involves creating intelligent, adaptable structures and technologies

Sustainable engineering systems course

Provide opportunities for students to engage in hands-on activities or experiential learning projects related to sustainability. This could involve conducting environmental audits, participating in community service projects, or designing solutions to real-world sustainability challenges.

Try experiential learning

Environmental Law and Policy

An overview of the legal obligations and foundational principles of key American legislation, such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and laws covering waste, food safety, and hazardous materials. This course explores current methods for managing pollution and resources, alongside emerging regulatory tactics like economic incentives, voluntary emission cuts, and transparency mandates.

Environmental Law and Policy course

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Sustainable Development

“Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” - World Commission on Environment and Development’s 1987 Brundtland report ´Our Common Future`

https://www.un.org/en/academic-impact/sustainability

Sustainable development refers to the “many processes and pathways used to stimulate development, or achieve progress, in sustainable ways”

Bianchi et al., 2022, page 12

Knowledge forming and sustainable development

The course is part of the teacher training program: . It examines how evolving knowledge shapes the perception of education for sustainable development. . It emphasises understanding diverse interpretations of knowledge and their role in fostering a sustainable society. . Students will learn to choose methods and organise their teaching effectively. . Through lectures, textbooks, and seminars, the course promotes a critical and reflective stance on sustainable development from various perspectives.

Knowledge forming and sustainable development course - *pdf format

Sustainable Development

Big Issues New Answers

Objectives of the course:

• Describe current sustainability challenges and their connection to global cycles and processes.
• Explain key sustainability concepts and analyze sustainability problems using various methodologies.
• Be able to defend and present scientific findings on sustainability to diverse audiences.

Sustainable Development: Big Issues New Answers module

Sustainable Development

Big Issues New Answers

Objectives of the course:

• Describe current sustainability challenges and their connection to global cycles and processes.
• Explain key sustainability concepts and analyze sustainability problems using various methodologies.
• Be able to defend and present scientific findings on sustainability to diverse audiences.

Sustainable Development: Big Issues New Answers course

Awareness

Promote awareness and improve or support/facilitate advancement of students’ competences and mindsets in relation to sustainable development

- Organise debates or structured discussions where students explore different perspectives on environmental, social, and economic issues. Encourage them to defend their positions using evidence and logical reasoning. This promotes critical thinking and helps students understand the complexity of these issues. - Integrate service-learning projects into your curriculum where students address environmental, social, or economic issues through community service. This experiential learning approach combines academic learning with real-world action, encouraging critical reflection and civic engagement. - Promote Active Citizenship - empower students to become active agents of change by engaging them in projects and initiatives that promote sustainability in their communities. Encourage them to identify opportunities for positive action and develop the skills and confidence to advocate for sustainable solutions. - Provide Mentorship and Support - offer mentorship and support to students as they navigate their transformative learning journey in sustainable development. Serve as a guide and facilitator, providing feedback, encouragement, and resources to help them develop their understanding and capabilities in this area.

This can be done in number of ways: - Identify Relevant Topics - Assess your course objectives and identify areas where sustainability concepts can be integrated. This can include discussions on environmental conservation, social justice, ethical business practices, or sustainable development goals. - Try to apply interdisciplinary approach - explore connections between sustainability and other disciplines relevant to your course. For example, in a business course, you could discuss sustainable business practices or the role of corporations in addressing environmental challenges. - Use case studies and real-world examples - incorporate case studies and examples that illustrate sustainability concepts in action. This could involve analyzing sustainability initiatives in different industries or exploring successful sustainability projects in your community. - Try experiential learning - provide opportunities for students to engage in hands-on activities or experiential learning projects related to sustainability. This could involve conducting environmental audits, participating in community service projects, or designing solutions to real-world sustainability challenges. - Invite guest speakers from relevant fields or organize field trips to sustainability-focused organizations. This allows students to gain insights from experts and see sustainability concepts applied in real-world contexts. - Incorporate sustainability in your teaching practices by reducing waste, incorporating digital resources, and promoting sustainable behaviors in the classroom. - Encourage students to critically evaluate sustainability issues and develop solutions to complex problems. This could involve analyzing conflicting perspectives, evaluating the effectiveness of sustainability initiatives, and considering the ethical implications of different actions

SUSTAINABILITY

Sustainability means prioritising the needs of all life forms and of the planet by ensuring that human activity does not exceed planetary boundaries.

Bianchi et al., 2022, page 12

Hint: You take into consideration the consequences at a long-term of the sustainable development when designing learning and teaching activities and materials as, for example, the resources used, privileging the digital formats instead paper, understanding the sources and production of consumables for laboratories, etc.

Sustainability Plan

The University of Melbourne has developed a Sustainability Strategy that involves embedding sustainability principles into teaching and learning. They provide courses that integrate sustainable concepts, motivating students to tackle practical sustainability challenges through research and hands-on projects.

Sustainability plan 2030

Accounting, sustainability and finance

The course offers both strategic and technical insights into discussions surrounding ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) decision-making, reporting standards, investor responsibilities, and the latest trends in integrating environmental and social factors into investment processes. It is ideal for students aiming for careers in investment management who wish to deepen their understanding of environmental and social risks and opportunities within portfolios. Additionally, it is valuable for any students involved in organisations facing investment pressures concerning their ESG impact.

Accounting, sustainability and finance course

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing

The course intends to steer innovation towards more sustainable results. The module will examine manufacturing, design, and business-model viewpoints, addressing current issues such as sustainability design principles (including ecological, social, inclusive, and holistic-system perspectives), value considerations, the circular economy, risk management, and resilience in global supply chains, and organisational hurdles in implementing and progressing sustainability initiatives.

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing

Humanities

Business & Economics

Natural Sciences

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Education for Sustainable Development (EDS)

ESD “gives learners of all ages the knowledge, skills, values and agency to address interconnected global challenges including climate change, loss of biodiversity, unsustainable use of resources, and inequality”, it “empowers learners to take informed decisions and responsible actions for environmental integrity, economic viability and a just society, for present and future generations, while respecting cultural diversity. It is about lifelong learning, and is an integral part of quality education. ESD is holistic and transformational education which addresses learning content and outcomes, pedagogy and the learning environment. It achieves its purpose by transforming society.” - UNESCO 2022

https://www.unesco.org/en/education-sustainable-development/ne ed-know

Video: What is Education for Sustainable Development (EDS)?

Hint: You promote awareness and enhance students’ competences and mindsets in sustainable development through diverse pedagogical strategies. These may include: (i) universal approaches, such as case studies and concept maps; (ii) community and social justice-focused methods, like participatory action research; and (iii) environmental education techniques, such as traditional ecological knowledge. These strategies foster the development of key sustainable development competences.

Sustainability Plan

The University of Melbourne has developed a Sustainability Strategy that involves embedding sustainability principles into teaching and learning. They provide courses that integrate sustainable concepts, motivating students to tackle practical sustainability challenges through research and hands-on projects.

Sustainability plan 2030

Physics for Sustainable Development

An intermediate-level course for physics students, addressing Sustainable Development through active learning and group projects.

Physics for Sustainable Development course

Education

Alignment

Align Course Objectives with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Key Actions: 1. Identify relevant SDGs: Review the list of 17 SDGs and select those that naturally align with your course content. For example:

• A biology course might focus on SDG 13 (Climate Action).
• An engineering course might focus on SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).

2. Set measurable learning outcomes: Frame course objectives in terms of how students will contribute to these SDGs, e.g., “Students will evaluate renewable energy solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.”

Global Toxicology in a Sustainable Society

Impact of toxic chemicals and pollution on global health and sustainable development. It covers topics such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to toxicology, global environmental changes, and sustainable lifestyles.

Global Toxicology in a Sustainable Society course

Universal Pedagogical Approaches

. Case Studies

. Interdisciplinary team teaching

. Lecturing

. Mind and Concept maps

. Project and/or Problem-based learning

It is about lifelong learning, and is an integral part of quality education. ESD is holistic and transformational education which addresses learning content and outcomes, pedagogy and the learning environment. It achieves its purpose by transforming society. Source:

The Wild Literature and the Environment module

Overview: This literature course explores the relationship between literary texts and environmental issues.Content: The curriculum includes readings of classic and contemporary literary works that address themes of nature, ecology, and sustainability. Students analyze how literature reflects and influences environmental attitudes and policies, contributing to the broader understanding of sustainable development.

The Wild: Literature and the Environment course

Incorporate sustainability in your teaching practices by reducing waste, incorporating digital resources, and promoting sustainable behaviors in the classroom.

Incorporate sustainability in your teaching practices

Sustainable Development

Big Issues New Answers

Objectives of the course:

• Describe current sustainability challenges and their connection to global cycles and processes.
• Explain key sustainability concepts and analyze sustainability problems using various methodologies.
• Be able to defend and present scientific findings on sustainability to diverse audiences.

Sustainable Development: Big Issues New Answers course

Green & sustainable pharmaceutical production

The course is designed for individuals aiming to deepen their understanding of environmentally friendly and sustainable pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is ideal for those keen to drive change within their organisation. The course will explore the challenges and prospective eco-friendly solutions throughout the entire pharmaceutical production sector.

Green & sustainable pharmaceutical production course

This approach has many implications for the design and flexibility of curriculum, course content, and interactivity of the learning process and is being increasingly used at universities across Europe.” Source:

Assess your course objectives and identify areas where sustainability concepts can be integrated. This can include discussions on environmental conservation, social justice, ethical business practices, or sustainable development goals.

Identify Relevant Topics

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing

The program aims to direct innovation towards more sustainable outcomes by examining manufacturing, design, and business-model perspectives. It will address contemporary issues in the field, including sustainability design principles.

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing module

The Wild Literature and the Environment module

Overview: This literature course explores the relationship between literary texts and environmental issues.Content: The curriculum includes readings of classic and contemporary literary works that address themes of nature, ecology, and sustainability. Students analyze how literature reflects and influences environmental attitudes and policies, contributing to the broader understanding of sustainable development.

The Wild: Literature and the Environment course

Impact

When designing learning and teaching activities and materials as, for example, the resources used, take into consideration the consequences at a long-term of the sustainable development privileging the digital formats instead paper, understanding the sources and production of consumables for laboratories, etc.

Business & Economics

Explore connections between sustainability and other disciplines relevant to your course. For example, in a business course, you could discuss sustainable business practices or the role of corporations in addressing environmental challenges.

Try to apply interdisciplinary approach

Agricultural Economics

The aim of the programme is to equip graduates with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage and sustainably utilise agricultural resources. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of economic principles, enabling them to address agricultural and environmental challenges holistically.

Agricultural Economics course

Sustainable Development - Theory and Policy

University of Copenhagen

The program is dedicated to addressing environmental challenges and ensuring a green transition towards societies that thrive in both environmental and economic sustainability.

Sustainable Development - Theory and Policy course link

Integrate service-learning projects into your curriculum where students address environmental, social, or economic issues through community service. This experiential learning approach combines academic learning with real-world action, encouraging critical reflection and civic engagement.

Integrate service-learning projects

Teach students to think systemically by examining the interconnectedness and interdependence of environmental, social, and economic systems. Help them understand how changes in one area can have ripple effects across multiple dimensions of sustainability, fostering a holistic perspective on complex issu

Emphasise Systems Thinking

Sustainable Resource Economics and Policy

Course provides students with the tools to understand issues related to the economics of natural resources and its relationship with economic sustainability.

Sustainable Resource Economics and Policy course

Sustainable Development Competenses

A sustainability competence empowers learners to embody sustainability values, and embrace complex systems, in order to take or request action that restores and maintains ecosystem health and enhances justice, generating visions for sustainable futures.

UNESCO, 2017, page 14

Global Toxicology in a Sustainable Society

Impact of toxic chemicals and pollution on global health and sustainable development. It covers topics such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to toxicology, global environmental changes, and sustainable lifestyles.

Global Toxicology in a Sustainable Society course

Incorporate reflective writing assignments where students analyze their own beliefs, values, and experiences related to environmental, social, and economic issues. This encourages metacognition and helps students develop a deeper understanding of these complex topics.

Incorporate reflective writing assignments

Nanomaterials for Sustainable Energy and Environment

This course aims to focus on the interdisciplinary nature of the field, equipping learners with comprehensive knowledge to grasp the potential applications of nanotechnology at the intersection of Energy, Environment, and Sustainable Development

Nanomaterials for Sustainable Energy and Environment course

Humanities

Media, communication and sustainable development

The course focuses on media, communication, and journalism and their importance for sustainable development in society, both at a local and global level. It provides a comprehensive understanding of pertinent theoretical viewpoints in this field and demonstrates the potential roles that media, communication, and journalism can fulfil in fostering sustainable development and societal transformation

Media, communication and sustainable development course

Utilise multimedia resources, such as documentaries, podcasts, or interactive simulations, to engage students and facilitate critical inquiry into environmental, social, and economic issues. Technology can also provide platforms for collaborative learning and research.

Utilise multimedia resources

Green & sustainable pharmaceutical production

The course is designed for individuals aiming to deepen their understanding of environmentally friendly and sustainable pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is ideal for those keen to drive change within their organisation. The course will explore the challenges and prospective eco-friendly solutions throughout the entire pharmaceutical production sector.

Green & sustainable pharmaceutical production course

Education

Environmental Pedagogical Approaches

• Eco-justice and community

• Placed-based environmental education

• Supply chain/Lify cycle analysis

• Traditional Ecological Knowledge

The Wild Literature and the Environment module

Overview: This literature course explores the relationship between literary texts and environmental issues.Content: The curriculum includes readings of classic and contemporary literary works that address themes of nature, ecology, and sustainability. Students analyze how literature reflects and influences environmental attitudes and policies, contributing to the broader understanding of sustainable development.

The Wild: Literature and the Environment module

Environmental Pedagogical Approaches

. Eco-justice and community

. Placed-based environmental education

. Supply chain/Lify cycle analysis

. Traditional Ecological Knowledge

Sustainable Development - Theory and Policy

University of Copenhagen

The program is dedicated to addressing environmental challenges and ensuring a green transition towards societies that thrive in both environmental and economic sustainability.

Sustainable Development - Theory and Policy course link

Social Pedagogical Approaches

. Community Service Learning

. Jigsaw/Interlinked Teams

. Participatory Action Research

LU Sustainability Policy

Lund University's dedication to sustainability in education is rooted in several pivotal documents designed to influence teaching methodologies throughout the institution. The Sustainable Development Policy establishes the university's primary objectives for embedding sustainability across its operations, including educational practices. The Education Quality Policy establishes benchmarks for academic excellence, requiring that relevant perspectives on sustainable development are emphasised in education. The Education Strategy offers a comprehensive plan, emphasising teaching methods that integrate sustainability.

LU Sustainability Policy in L&T

Encourage students to question conventional wisdom and challenge dominant paradigms related to sustainable development. Explore alternative viewpoints, indigenous knowledge systems, and grassroots movements that offer fresh perspectives on sustainability issues.

Challenge Assumptions and Paradigms

Sustainability in medicine: Action plan for a climate emergency

The course aims to furnish with a comprehensive framework to deepen the comprehension of the health repercussions of climate change and to equip with the skills to advocate for sustainability within the clinical practice. The course is structured by medical specialties, including anaesthesia, general practice, radiology, psychiatry, surgery, and internal medicine. Residents are encouraged to investigate climate-related health issues across the full spectrum of medical disciplines.

Sustainability in medicine: Action plan for a climate emergency course

Knowledge forming and sustainable development

The course is part of the teacher training program: . It examines how evolving knowledge shapes the perception of education for sustainable development. . It emphasises understanding diverse interpretations of knowledge and their role in fostering a sustainable society. . Students will learn to choose methods and organise their teaching effectively. . Through lectures, textbooks, and seminars, the course promotes a critical and reflective stance on sustainable development from various perspectives.

Knowledge forming and sustainable development course - *pdf format

Present students with authentic, real-world problems related to environmental, social, or economic issues. Allow them to work collaboratively to analyze the problem, conduct research, and propose solutions. PBL encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills while addressing complex issues.

Try Problem-based Learning (PBL)

Mathematical Modelling for Sustainable Development

This unit will cover various mathematical methods applicable to modelling socio-technical systems and their use within the wider framework of sustainable development. Techniques explored may encompass complex network theory, simulation technologies, data assimilation, operations research, and the theory of emergent phenomena like tipping points, resilience, and synchronicity.

Mathematical Modelling for Sustainable Development course

Use case studies to examine how environmental, social, and economic factors intersect in real-world scenarios. Analyzing case studies allows students to apply theoretical concepts to practical situations, fostering critical thinking and decision-making skills.

Use case studies

Hint: You incorporate content into the course that addresses sustainable development, such as dedicated modules exploring current challenges and needs, approaches based on systems thinking and interdisciplinarity, or the design of an entire course focused on the topic.

Environmental Economics

University of Gothenburg

Participants learn why market economies generate pollution and the necessity of regulations. Social solutions to the problem are explored, and participant understand how to evaluate the effectiveness of different control measures and policies.

Environmental Economics course link

Visual content is a cross-cutting, universal language, like music. We are able to understand images from millions of years ago, even from other cultures.

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing

The program aims to direct innovation towards more sustainable outcomes by examining manufacturing, design, and business-model perspectives. It will address contemporary issues in the field, including sustainability design principles.

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing module

Courses in general

Sustainable Development 1a: Introducing Sustainable Development

University of Edinburgh

This course tackles the major issues of the twenty-first century, such as access to water, food, energy, and shelter, along with justice, all within the framework of a destabilizing climate and environmental resource degradation. It examines the principles, concepts, contexts, issues, and applications of sustainable development from various disciplinary perspectives, aiding students in understanding these debates and reflecting on their own viewpoints.

Sustainable Development 1a course link

Natural Sciences

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

On September 2015 the United Nations General Assembly adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development having as its core 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) describing major development challenges for humanity. These 17 SDGs aim to secure sustainable, peaceful, prosperous and equitable life on earth for everyone now and in the future. The goals cover global challenges that are crucial for the survival of humanity.

UNESCO, 2017

Leisure, tourism and territorial sustainability

The course intends to provide the following learning outcomes: . Understand theoretical concepts and current debates in sustainability. . Explain how territorial management aids sustainable development. . Understand the impacts of leisure and tourism on regions, economies, and societies. . Identify key trends in leisure and tourism, including supply, demand, and destinations. . Discuss how innovation and creativity boost tourism competitiveness. . Recognise planning as essential for preserving tourism resources and enhancing benefits. . Demonstrate the importance of planning and management in tourism with models and case studies. . Analyse leisure and tourism policies and their outcomes across different regions.

Leisure, tourism and territorial sustainability course

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing

The program aims to direct innovation towards more sustainable outcomes by examining manufacturing, design, and business-model perspectives. It will address contemporary issues in the field, including sustainability design principles.

Innovations in Sustainable Design and Manufacturing module

Courses in general

Opportunities

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• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

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Application

Effectively apply the principles of Education for Sustainable Development in all the process or phases of Learning & Teaching, from or including course design, implementation, and assessment. It may be done by:

(a) Addressing key sustainable development issues (for example, biodiversity, poverty, energy consumption, water waste and management, climate change, etc).

- Identify Relevant Topics - Assess your course objectives and identify areas where sustainability concepts can be integrated.- Try to apply interdisciplinary approach - explore connections between sustainability and other disciplines relevant to your course. - Use case studies and real-world examples - incorporate case studies and examples that illustrate sustainability concepts in action. - Invite guest speakers from relevant fields or organize field trips to sustainability-focused organizations.

(b) Considering Learning & Teaching methods and strategies that foster active learning, critical thinking, and reflection.

- Try problem-based learning (PBL). Present students with authentic, real-world problems related to environmental, social, or economic issues. Allow them to work collaboratively to analyze the problem, conduct research, and propose solutions. PBL encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills while addressing complex issues. - Use case studies to examine how environmental, social, and economic factors intersect in real-world scenarios. Analyzing case studies allows students to apply theoretical concepts to practical situations, fostering critical thinking and decision-making skills. - Incorporate reflective writing assignments where students analyze their own beliefs, values, and experiences related to environmental, social, and economic issues. This encourages metacognition and helps students develop a deeper understanding of these complex topics. - Utilise multimedia resources, such as documentaries, podcasts, or interactive simulations, to engage students and facilitate critical inquiry into environmental, social, and economic issues. Technology can also provide platforms for collaborative learning and research.

(c) Considering ESD assessment approaches (for example, real-world projects, portfolios, case-study analysis, peer and self-assessments, etc).

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Sustainable engineering systems

Sustainable engineering systems are designed to use resources efficiently, ensuring they meet demands without depleting supplies and can even enhance resource availability. The module encourages a re-evaluation of engineering practices. It encompasses methods like water harvesting, power co-generation, and utilising renewable energy sources. More fundamentally, it involves creating intelligent, adaptable structures and technologies

Sustainable engineering systems course

Environmental Engineering in the Arctic

Technical University of Denmark

Course objective is participants to gain the essential knowledge and skills needed to propose, analyze, and assess environmental engineering solutions for Arctic communities.

Environmental Engineering in the Arctic course link

Application

Effectively apply the principles of Education for Sustainable Development in all the process or phases of Learning & Teaching, from or including course design, implementation, and assessment. It may be done by:

• Addressing key sustainable development issues (for example, biodiversity, poverty, energy consumption, water waste and management, climate change, etc).

• (Considering Learning & Teaching methods and strategies that foster active learning, critical thinking, and reflection.

• Considering ESD assessment approaches (for example, real-world projects, portfolios, case-study analysis, peer and self-assessments, etc).

Sustainability Institute

The University of Cape Town in South Africa has adopted a comprehensive strategy towards sustainability, establishing a specialised institute, the Sustainability Institute, to promote sustainability throughout its activities and educational programmes.

Sustainability Institute of Cape Town University

Environmental Economics

University of Gothenburg

Participants will learn why market economies generate pollution and the necessity of regulations. Social solutions to the problem will be explored, and participants will understand how to evaluate the effectiveness of different control measures and policies.

Environmental Economics course link

Education for Sustainable Development (EDS)

ESD “gives learners of all ages the knowledge, skills, values and agency to address interconnected global challenges including climate change, loss of biodiversity, unsustainable use of resources, and inequality”, it “empowers learners to take informed decisions and responsible actions for environmental integrity, economic viability and a just society, for present and future generations, while respecting cultural diversity. It is about lifelong learning, and is an integral part of quality education. ESD is holistic and transformational education which addresses learning content and outcomes, pedagogy and the learning environment. It achieves its purpose by transforming society.” - UNESCO 2022

https://www.unesco.org/en/education-sustainable-development/ne ed-know

Vídeo: What is Education for Sustainable Development (EDS) ?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUFqamr78Xk

Physics for Sustainable Development

An intermediate-level course for physics students, addressing Sustainable Development through active learning and group projects.

Physics for Sustainable Development course

Sustainable Aviation

Learning goals of the course: • Establish a baseline understanding of the current state of sustainability in the aviation industry • Instill “sustainability thinking” for use on future complex, multi-disciplinary problems • Relate high-level ideas of energy, power, propulsion, operations and systems design • Understand and model implications of power and energy life cycles • Demonstrate technical independence and effective communication of critical ideas

Sustainable Aviation course

Incorporation

In accordance with your students learning needs and the specificities of the discipline/study field, you decide to incorporate in your study program contents that address sustainable development, as, for example, specific modules describing the current challenges and needs, approaches based in systems thinking and interdisciplinarity, nd/or designing a whole or specific/separate/special course related to the topic.

Environmental psychology

Environmental psychology studies the transaction between humans and their natural and built environment. Learning outcomes: . Evaluate how psychologists contribute to fostering a sustainable society. . Describe the interactions between humans and their natural and built environments. . Recognise the individual, social, and cultural factors that impact environmental behaviour. . Apply psychological theories and methods to understand and address environmental issues. . Identify interventions that can be used to manage environmental challenges . etc.

Environmental psychology course

Engineering

Universal Pedagogical Approaches

• Case Studies

• Interdisciplinary team teaching

• Lecturing

• Mind and Concept maps

• Project and/or Problem-based learning

Here are some ways to achieve this: - Encourage Open Dialogue - create a safe and inclusive space where students feel comfortable expressing their thoughts and opinions on sustainable development issues. Encourage open dialogue and respectful exchange of ideas, allowing students to explore diverse perspectives and challenge their own assumptions. - Facilitate Experiential Learning - Provide opportunities for hands-on, experiential learning activities that immerse students in real-world sustainability challenges. This could include field trips, service-learning projects, or simulations that encourage active engagement and critical reflection. - Promote Interdisciplinary Approaches - emphasize the interconnectedness of environmental, social, and economic systems by incorporating interdisciplinary perspectives into your teaching. Encourage students to explore the complex interactions between different aspects of sustainable development and consider how their own discipline contributes to broader sustainability goals. - Encourage Self-Reflection - incorporate reflective practices into your teaching to encourage students to critically reflect on their own values, beliefs, and behaviors in relation to sustainable development. Provide opportunities for journaling, self-assessment, or group discussions where students can examine their personal attitudes and motivations for sustainability action. - Emphasise Systems Thinking - teach students to think systemically by examining the interconnectedness and interdependence of environmental, social, and economic systems. Help them understand how changes in one area can have ripple effects across multiple dimensions of sustainability, fostering a holistic perspective on complex issues. - Challenge Assumptions and Paradigms - encourage students to question conventional wisdom and challenge dominant paradigms related to sustainable development. Explore alternative viewpoints, indigenous knowledge systems, and grassroots movements that offer fresh perspectives on sustainability issues. - Promote Active Citizenship - empower students to become active agents of change by engaging them in projects and initiatives that promote sustainability in their communities. Encourage them to identify opportunities for positive action and develop the skills and confidence to advocate for sustainable solutions. - Provide Mentorship and Support - offer mentorship and support to students as they navigate their transformative learning journey in sustainable development. Serve as a guide and facilitator, providing feedback, encouragement, and resources to help them develop their understanding and capabilities in this area.

Several authors and tools address Sustainability competences

A sustainability competence empowers learners to embody sustainability values, and embrace complex systems, in order to take or request action that restores and maintains ecosystem health and enhances justice, generating visions for sustainable futures.

UNESCO, 2017, page 14

UNESCO

GreenComp - The European Sustainability competence framework. Valuing sustainability . Supporting fairness . Promoting nature . Systems thinking . Critical thinking . Problem framing . Futures literacy . Adaptability . Exploratory thinking . Political agency . Collective action . Individual initiative

Rodrigo Lozano . Systems thinking . Interdisciplinary work . Anticipatory thinking . Justice, responsibility and ethics . Critical thinking and analysis . Interpersonal relations and collaboration . Empathy and change of perspective . Communication and use of media . Strategic action . Personal involvement . Assessment and evaluation . Tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty

. Systems thinking . Critical thinking . Anticipatory thinking . Normative thinking . Strategic thinking . Collaboration . Self-awareness . Integrated problem-solving

UNESCO, 2017, page 14

R. Lozano, 2017

GreenComp, 2022

Environmental Law and Policy

An overview of the legal obligations and foundational principles of key American legislation, such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and laws covering waste, food safety, and hazardous materials. This course explores current methods for managing pollution and resources, alongside emerging regulatory tactics like economic incentives, voluntary emission cuts, and transparency mandates.

Environmental Law and Policy course

Principles & Systems Thinking in Green & Sustainable Chemistry

This module will present the concepts, principles, and theoretical foundations of green and sustainable chemistry, framed within the context of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and systems-thinking.

Principles & Systems Thinking in Green & Sustainable Chemistry course

Hint: You promote awareness and improve students’ competences and mindsets in relation to sustainable development using pedagogical strategies, as for example: i) universal – case studies mind and concept maps; or ii) Community and social justice – participatory action research; or iii) Environmental education - Traditional ecological knowledge, etc, that increase the development of sustainable development competences.

Sustainable architecture, urban and landscape planning

The course Presents the fundamental methodologies of sustainable architecture, urban, and landscape planning, and examines and assesses the intersections and interactions of these disciplines within the overarching system.

Sustainable architecture, urban and landscape planning course

Sustainable Resource Economics and Policy

Course provides students with the tools to understand issues related to the economics of natural resources and its relationship with economic sustainability.

Sustainable Resource Economics and Policy course

Environmental Economics

University of Gothenburg

Participants will learn why market economies generate pollution and the necessity of regulations. Social solutions to the problem will be explored, and you will understand how to evaluate the effectiveness of different control measures and policies.

Environmental Economics

Sustainability Institute

The University of Cape Town in South Africa has adopted a comprehensive strategy towards sustainability, establishing a specialised institute, the Sustainability Institute, to promote sustainability throughout its activities and educational programmes.

Sustainability Institute of Cape Town University

Sustainable architecture, urban and landscape planning

The course Presents the fundamental methodologies of sustainable architecture, urban, and landscape planning, and examines and assesses the intersections and interactions of these disciplines within the overarching system.

Sustainable architecture, urban and landscape planning course

Accounting, sustainability and finance

The course offers both strategic and technical insights into discussions surrounding ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) decision-making, reporting standards, investor responsibilities, and the latest trends in integrating environmental and social factors into investment processes. It is ideal for students aiming for careers in investment management who wish to deepen their understanding of environmental and social risks and opportunities within portfolios. Additionally, it is valuable for any students involved in organisations facing investment pressures concerning their ESG impact.

Accounting, sustainability and finance course

Hint: You consider the long-term impact of sustainable development when designing learning and teaching activities and materials. This includes prioritising digital resources over paper, assessing the sources and production of laboratory consumables, and making environmentally responsible choices in resource use.

Offer mentorship and support to students as they navigate their transformative learning journey in sustainable development. Serve as a guide and facilitator, providing feedback, encouragement, and resources to help them develop their understanding and capabilities in this area.

Provide Mentorship and Support

Mathematical Modelling for Sustainable Development

This unit will cover various mathematical methods applicable to modelling socio-technical systems and their use within the wider framework of sustainable development. Techniques explored may encompass complex network theory, simulation technologies, data assimilation, operations research, and the theory of emergent phenomena like tipping points, resilience, and synchronicity.

Mathematical Modelling for Sustainable Development course

Sustainable Development

Big Issues New Answers

Objectives of the course:

• Describe current sustainability challenges and their connection to global cycles and processes.
• Explain key sustainability concepts and analyze sustainability problems using various methodologies.
• Be able to defend and present scientific findings on sustainability to diverse audiences.

Sustainable Development: Big Issues New Answers module

Hint: You create and effectively apply Education for Sustainable Development in all the process of Learning & Teaching from course design, implementation, and assessment. It includes addressing key sustainable development issues, for example, the biodiversity, poverty, energy consumption, water waste and management, climate change, etc. Considering learning & teaching methods and strategies for ESD examples are interdisciplinary learning, experiential learning; problem and project-based learning; case-based studies and concept-maps, sustainable development experts lectures, etc. ESD assessment examples are real projects, portfolios, case-study analysis, peer and self-assessments, etc.

Sustainability

Sustainability means prioritising the needs ofall life forms and of the planet by ensuring thathuman activity does not exceed planetary boundaries.

Bianchi et al., 2022, page 12

Physics for Sustainable Development

An intermediate-level course for physics students, addressing Sustainable Development through active learning and group projects.

Physics for Sustainable Development course

Media, communication and sustainable development

The course focuses on media, communication, and journalism and their importance for sustainable development in society, both at a local and global level. It provides a comprehensive understanding of pertinent theoretical viewpoints in this field and demonstrates the potential roles that media, communication, and journalism can fulfil in fostering sustainable development and societal transformation

Media, communication and sustainable development course

Agricultural Economics

The aim of the programme is to equip graduates with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage and sustainably utilise agricultural resources. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of economic principles, enabling them to address agricultural and environmental challenges holistically.

Agricultural Economics course

Environmental Engineering in the Arctic

Technical University of Denmark

Course objective is participants to gain the essential knowledge and skills needed to propose, analyze, and assess environmental engineering solutions for Arctic communities.

Environmental Engineering in the Arctic course link

Sustainable Stanford

Through this university-wide initiative to guide, link, aid, and streamline sustainability endeavours throughout the campus, Sustainable Stanford aims to set a precedent as a practical demonstration of sustainability principles in action. One of the actions is the integration of the topic in existing modules, promoting the approach of Living Labs, etc.

Sustainable Stanford

Social Sciences

The Wild Literature and the Environment module

Overview: This literature course explores the relationship between literary texts and environmental issues.Content: The curriculum includes readings of classic and contemporary literary works that address themes of nature, ecology, and sustainability. Students analyze how literature reflects and influences environmental attitudes and policies, contributing to the broader understanding of sustainable development.

The Wild: Literature and the Environment course

Social Sciences