Sustainability in the Primary
Campus des Nations
Institute of Learning and Teaching
Geneva building (4th floor)
1218 Genève
Switzerland
- Thu, 23/01/2025 - 16:00 to 17:00
- Thu, 06/02/2025 - 16:00 to 17:00
- Thu, 20/02/2025 - 16:00 to 17:00
- Thu, 13/03/2025 - 16:00 to 17:00
- Thu, 27/03/2025 - 16:00 to 17:00
- Thu, 03/04/2025 - 09:00 to 12:00
Course Overview
This course explores integrating sustainability education into primary school curricula to inspire lifelong eco-conscious learners. In alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Target 4.7, which ensures that by 2030, all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, participants will be equipped with the tools to foster critical thinking about sustainability and global citizenship. By blending theory with practical application, participants will discover how to develop lessons, projects, and initiatives that empower students to think critically about environmental issues. The hybrid format allows for flexibility, with both interactive online sessions and immersive in-person experiences.
Facilitator
Jan Dijkstra, an experienced educator and advocate for sustainability and regenerative practices, specialises in empowering students and teachers to engage meaningfully with climate change. His expertise lies in fostering agency through practical, collaborative learning experiences that promote resilience and action in the face of planetary challenges.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of sustainability and their relevance in primary education.
- Develop strategies to teach complex environmental issues in a simple, engaging way.
- Learn how to create a sustainability-focused curriculum for young learners.
- Explore methods for incorporating global competence into environmental education.
- Gain practical skills for implementing sustainable projects in schools.
- Reflect on their personal and professional roles in promoting environmental stewardship.
Outcome
Upon completion, participants will:
- Have developed a deeper understanding of how to embed sustainability principles in primary education.
- Be able to use practical tools and resources to develop and deliver eco-conscious lessons and activities.
- Build relationships and share resources with other Primary School Ecolint staff members.
About Sessions Schedule and Types
- In-person sessions: 16:00 - 17:00 on 23 January and 27 March 2025
- Online sessions: 16:00 - 17:00 on 6, 20 February and 13 March 2025
- Field trip: 9:00 - 12:00 on 3 April 2025
For more information, contact: institute@ecolint.ch