Office for Professional Academic Development

Embedding Education for Sustainable Development in Study-units

Embedding Education for Sustainable Development in Study-units

Title:

Embedding Education for Sustainable Development in Study-units

Facilitator/s:

Dr Censu Caruana - Centre for Environmental Education & Research
Prof. Mark Mifsud - Centre for Environmental Education & Research
Prof. Paul J. Pace - Centre for Environmental Education & Research

Audience:

Academics

Duration:

3 hours

Mode:

Class-based

Hosted by:

Overview

This interactive workshop is designed to equip academics with the knowledge, skills and resources necessary to integrate Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in their study-units. ESD is an approach to teaching and learning that empowers learners to make informed decisions and take responsible actions for environmental integrity, economic viability, and a just society for present and future generations.

Through a blend of presentations, group activities, and discussions, participants will explore innovative teaching strategies, collaborative learning approaches, and assessment methods that promote sustainability principles within their study-units. The workshop will foster collaboration among participants, encouraging ongoing support and networking for sustainable teaching practices.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the workshop, participants will

  • identify the principles and importance of Education for Sustainable Development.
  • identify innovative teaching strategies, collaborative learning approaches, and assessment.
  • identify methods that promote sustainability principles within their study-units.
  • create an action plan for embedding sustainability principles in their study-units.
  • collaborate with peers for ongoing support and networking.


https://www.um.edu.mt/opad/learningteaching/embedesd/