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Course Description

In this micro-credential, learners will dive into the world of sustainability by examining what it means to take care of our planet. By understanding the basics of sustainability, learners will discover how our actions today can impact the future of the Earth. Learners will also examine the different ways people view the environment and sustainability initiatives and how varying perspectives impacts environmental efforts.

 

As learners become more aware of the environment’s current state, they will also examine systems thinking and change perspectives, identifying how change can help solve environmental problems and improve sustainability. Learners will put this knowledge into practice by diagnosing issues and strategizing ways to make real advancements in sustainable practices.

Learner Outcomes

Understand and explain fundamental sustainability concepts.

Compare different ways of understanding the environment and sustainability.

Demonstrate awareness of systems thinking, specifically the interactions between natural and social systems.

Describe the current state of the environment.

Identify and analyze the implications of a ‘change perspective’ in concept and application.

Diagnose considerations and strategize advancements of sustainability.

Prerequisites

None.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Current State of the Environment
Language of Delivery
English
Type
SYN - SYNCHRONOUS ONLINE
Dates
Oct 07, 2024 to Nov 29, 2024
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
ESRC 9N501 non-credit $495.00
Drop Request Deadline
Oct 28, 2024
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