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“This brief document aims to showcase a sample of what higher education institutions worldwide are already doing to advance the Global Goals, foster the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and inspire others to follow suit.Let us work together to have a more inclusive, healthy planet for all where no one is left behind.”

What’s the matter in education for sustainable development? How sustainability stories make matter matter as issues or problems | Open AccessAnn-Sofie Kall, Ola Uhrqvist & Therese AsplundPages: 544-559 | DOI: 10.1080/13504622.2023.2213418AbstractThis study engages with how sustainability stories can assign meaning to sustainability matter in different ways. The study contributes to discussions on how to combine facts, norms, and the democratic action competence in pluralistic approaches in Environmental and Sustainability Education. A special focus is put on how co-created sustainability stories can be used to provide, explore, and expand shared experiences of sustainability. The analysis engages with how content is defined and made relevant through stories, how they represent matter as pre-defined problems and solutions or as an invitation to exploration and reinterpretation, and how competences for sustainable development are made visible through the characters. The method used is a holistic narrative content analysis of 21 sustainability stories, co-created by pre-school teachers and their children. Three selected stories exemplify the results and show how some stories manage to move back and forth between on the one hand assembling sustainability matter as concrete problems to be solved, and on the other hand as open-ended issues promoting critical reflection. The main conclusion is that these, promising but yet uncommon, stories best represent pluralistic perspectives, creativity, and democratic action competence.#educationforsustainabledevelopment #sustainabilitystories #preschool #sustainability #SDG4https://lnkd.in/gTA5dAfQ

The European Commission launched anopen call for innovative green education actions and received69high-quality submissions across learning levels and approaches!MSC submitted the ACT (Active Collaborative Transitions) project and has been selected by the European Commission under the social economy domain. This domain explores the role of social economy actors in the transition to a green society & focuses on how we can better link education with industry expertise to contribute to the development of green competences and skills (mapping and matching).The aim of the challenge was:(1) to learn from the community what their green education actions are to highlight the state of art in European initiatives in a community showcase; (2) to illustrate education innovation in the field and engage with the green learning actions to inspire and get inspired; (3) build-up a participatory green learning examples collection on the community platform. Biljana Pesalj will present ACT and will join the Education for Climate Day 2023live on theonline stage on the 15th of November 2023at 14:00 hrs.We believe that educationhas a key role for sustainable development.ACT innovation goes a step further then similar living labs, by not only aspiring to change the behaviour of students but also by empowering them to take action and produce (together with ACT community) positive impact on sustainability transitions. Students get equipped with knowledge, practical tools and a breeding ground to act as change agents, practice leadership and reverse mentorship and achieve not only their academic degree but also practical contribution to dealing with the most urgent sustainability challenges.ACT empowers students to purse topics they care about, encourage their autonomy, facilitate deep-learning and act upon sustainability challenges. link: https://lnkd.in/eD3Gvg65#LetsChangeTheFaceOfBusiness#RotterdamBusinessSchool#HogeschoolRotterdam #Sustainability #MasterInInternationalSupplyChainManagement

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How much have Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) done to make a difference in terms of sustainability?More than you might think, judging by the Best Practice Case Studies we have produced for SDS4HEI.Our partners have taken examples of best practice from across the globe which could inspire HEIs to take action in all kinds of ways. Each HEI has its own unique context and potential for action.Many thanks to Institute Work and Technology | Westphalian University of Applied Sciences, Atlantic Technological University, Uludag University, Institut Mines-Télécom Business School and European E-Learning Institute for their valuable, ongoing contributions.Click on the link below to find out more and download a free copy of the Best Practice Case Studies!#sustainability #highereducation #SDGs #innovation #bestpractices #SDS4HEI #erasmusplus #agenda2030

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The role of higher education in shaping sustainable solutions has never been more crucial. Universities are no longer just centres for academic learning; they are incubators for innovation, social justice, and sustainable practices. Join us on Wednesday 20th September @ 12.30pm for the #NTUTORRMasterclass of the new semester: Education for Sustainable Development. Expert speakers Brian Gormley, Head of Sustainability Education, Technological University Dublin, Emer Emily Neenan, Lecturer in Education, South East Technological University and Samantha Fahy, Sustainability Manager, Dublin City University will tackle questions like: ➡️ How can higher education curricula be redesigned to include sustainability principles?➡️ What are the best practices for engaging students in meaningful sustainability projects? ➡️ How can higher education institutions collaborate with communities, governments, and organisations to drive change?Register here: https://bit.ly/3P1lxXG#NextGenerationEU

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#PennState remained in the top 3 in the US & 40th globally out of nearly 1,600 int'l institutions in the 2023 @timeshighered University Impact Rankings, which assess universities against the @UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). (Read more: )In addition to being in the top 2.5% overall, Penn State also had strong showings across the individual SDGs, including areas our college leads in, such as Life Below Water (ranking third in the U.S. and ninth in the world), Life on Land (ranking fourth in the U.S. and 32nd in the world), and Zero Hunger (ranking seventh in the U.S. and 35th in the world).You can also learn more about our college Sustainability Council -- which seeks to integrate UN Sustainable Development Goals across the Eberly College of Science -- here: https://buff.ly/3shSilT

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Transforming Higher Education for Sustainable Development: Discover How with Our Best Practice Case Studies!Are you passionate about integrating sustainable development into higher education? The journey towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is complex, yet incredibly rewarding. Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) play a pivotal role in this journey, shaping future leaders and innovating for a sustainable future.We're excited to share an invaluable resource from the SDS4HEI project: the Best Practice Case Studies guide. This comprehensive guide is a testament to what can be achieved when HEIs across Europe commit to sustainable development. It showcases excellence, innovation and the impactful outcomes of integrating sustainability strategies into the fabric of higher education.You can explore our Best Practice Case Studies Guide and download a copy here : https://lnkd.in/eS-PpSD6📚 What You'll Find Inside:*Enlightening Case Studies: Real-world examples of HEIs making a significant impact through sustainable practices.*Innovative Strategies: Insights into how sustainability is being woven into educational, operational and cultural systems within HEIs.*A Framework for Success: The SDS4HEI framework, offering a structured approach to embedding sustainable development in higher education.These case studies demonstrate that concrete steps towards sustainability are not just possible—they're already being made.📖 Available for Download: Get into these stories of success and innovation. The guide is available as a PDF and as a SWAY presentation, making it accessible and engaging for everyone.Let's foster a culture of continuous improvement and shared success in sustainable development within higher education. The "Best Practice Case Studies" guide is a call to action for all of us in the academic community to take bold steps towards a sustainable future.🔗 Explore the Guide Today: Visit the "Home | Best Practice Case Studies" page on the SDS4HEI website. Let's transform higher education together!#Sustainability #HigherEducation #SDGs #Innovation #BestPractices #SDS4HEI #ErasmusPlus#Agenda2030Institute Work and Technology | Westphalian University of Applied Sciences, Atlantic Technological University,Uludag University,Momentum Educate + Innovate,European E-Learning Institute,Institut Mines-Télécom Business School

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'There's no Plan B as there will be no planet to be ' - famously quoted by Ban Ki- Moon. Nice to see several top #HE institutions in the UK focusing on each of the 17 SDGs and doing best with their capabilities to contribute in achieving these and making a positive impact! Awareness is created through education which is the key role of Universities #Sustainability #HigherEducation #SDGs #ImpactRanking #TimesHigherEducation

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Exciting News from the Future of Education for Sustainability 🌍We're thrilled to announce that our "sustainED: Education Network for Sustainable Futures" project has received significant funding from the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst) and the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung ) under the "SDG Partnerships" program. 🤝sustainED aims to embed sustainability across all aspects of higher education in collaboration with our long-standing strategic partners in Brazil: Universidade Federal do Paraná (UFPR), Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC), and our new partner Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná (PUCPR). From 2024 to 2027, this initiative will focus on developing modular training and further education offerings in sustainability for management and engineering fields, particularly in the context of emerging countries. 🎓sustainED is structured around three pillars: knowledge transfer, awareness raising, and practical projects, with a special emphasis on teaching and student engagement. Through collaborations with associated practice and policy partners in Germany and Brazil, and innovative teaching events like the "sustainED Practice" Summer Schools, Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of sustainability, including perspectives from emerging countries. 🔍Join us as in this project for a greener, more sustainable future and education! 🌿💡Contact: Prof. Dr. Holger HoppeMore information: https://lnkd.in/emWkQHi9 #sustainability #education #innovation #sustainED #DAAD #SDGPartnerships #THI

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We’ve been ranked among the top 50 universities worldwide - and joint 10th in the UK - in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings for our commitment to sustainability. In the only global performance tables to assess universities against the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Sussex ranked 10th out of 57 UK institutions, with maximum scores for three SDGs. Find out what these were - and how we're continuing to work to become one of the world’s most sustainable universities: http://ow.ly/wnl350OC0Sr#SustainableSussex

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