Unit 1 learning outcomes

By the end of this unit you will have:

  • Considered why sustainable pedagogies are needed and clarified the differences between teaching sustainability and sustainable pedagogies.
  • Related sustainable pedagogies to educational curricula and considered who should use sustainable pedagogies.
  • Questioned what sustainable pedagogies are.

Activity planner

ActivityTask Timing (minutes)
1.1

How might the UNESCO competencies be developed in students?

  • Read and reflect on competencies.
  • Post on forum discussion.
30
1.2

Who is responsible for developing sustainable development competencies?

  • Read the summary of the four nation’s stances and the Quality Assurance Agency’s (QAA) stance on education for sustainable development.
  • Read the results of Pearson’s survey.
  • Post on the forum discussion and read other learners’ posts.
45
1.3

What is important in sustainable pedagogies?

  • Read the summary of UNESCO’s renewing of the social contract and BERA manifesto.
  • Pick five keywords and phrases that are important in sustainable pedagogies.
  • Add to the word cloud.
45

1 Why discuss sustainable pedagogies?