The University of Edinburgh
British Council

Learning for Sustainable Futures

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The University of Edinburgh
British Council

Learning for Sustainable Futures

Beth Christie

Instructor: Beth Christie

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Critically reflect upon understandings of the range, scope and nature of 'sustainability'; and consider the role of personal values and frameworks.

  • Explore the way in which systems, connections and factors such as intersectionality influence the impact of sustainability issues.

  • Investigate how we might move towards action within our own 'spheres of influence'.

  • Examine and reflect on teaching and learning approaches to sustainability.

Details to know

Taught in English

There are 5 modules in this course

This week, we explore the ecological, geological, societal and historical context for our growing awareness of sustainability and the need for action.

What's included

4 videos14 readings3 discussion prompts

This week, we reflect on the role of personal values and frameworks for thinking when moving towards action.

What's included

6 videos11 readings2 discussion prompts

This week, we will explore systems and connections.

What's included

10 readings2 discussion prompts

This week, we will consider how we might move towards action within the context of our own sphere of influence.

What's included

2 videos10 readings2 discussion prompts

We consider how you may begin to think about future planning and possible actions that you may wish to take.

What's included

5 videos12 readings2 discussion prompts

Instructor

Beth Christie
The University of Edinburgh
5 Courses31,194 learners

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