Sustainability Pedagogies - Words of Wisdom

Sustainability is a global challenge with global solutions

D113 is a 60 credit, level 1 interdisciplinary module which explores Global challenges through a social science lens. For Block 2 of the module (equivalent to 20 credits of study) students are split into three strands dependent on their degree and qualification.  

Week 17 of the Geography and Environmental Studies strand contains innovative teaching which demonstrates what we can learn from the Global South. It also helps students to consider the difference geography can make to understanding the climate crisis and what it means to be a geographer in the 21st century. 

Students undertake a ‘virtual fieldtrip’ where they engage with six case studies featuring videos which present a range of 'voices from the Global South'. The videos were co-produced with the Royal Geographical Society. Activities support students to critically review key elements of the case study videos and guide reflection. The approach supports students to recognise and reflect on why listening to and engaging with diverse voices are key to addressing global challenges such as the climate crisis. 

Author: The Open University's Responsible Futures Audit 2024