2022-1-EL01-KA220-HED-000088776 project ‘Engaging SDGs for Transformative Education and Enhanced Sustainability in Universities’ with the Acronym SDG4U, aims to stimulate innovative learning and teaching practices through engaging SDGs (the Sustainable Development Goals) for transformative education and enhancing sustainability in universities.
The project foresees the development of a mapping tool aiming to foster a better sense of where higher education institutions stand in supporting SDGs and providing the means for implementing them. It is expected to reveal existing modules that contain SDGs in their content, as well as contributing to the development of new trans-disciplinary modules or courses. It will highlight the need for improvements in educational methods characterized by innovation, multi-functional approaches, heterogeneity and equity. At the same time, the mapping tool will inform operations and community engagement efforts to incorporate the principles of sustainability at all levels of university life.
Although all SDGs are addressed, emphasis is placed on environmental protection and the fight against climate change. EU initiatives such as the European Green Deal and the New European Bauhaus factor in prominently: combat climate change and focus on adaptation and resilience, promote sustainability, equity, environmental protection, the principles of circular economy, designing cities where art and culture are finding their expression and sustainability is prioritized.
The project tackles the following goals:
- To identify modules/courses that include SDGs in existing academic material
- To create a mapping tool for SDGs in Higher Education
- To develop initiatives on SDG mapping tools and standardize good sustainability practices
- To shape potential modules to be included in existing/new courses to educate students on SDGs implementation
The project activities will enable access to knowledge and skills required for understanding and promoting sustainable development through formal education, life-long learning programs and initiatives with an emphasis on promoting equality and developing a culture of peace, non-violence and fairness at all levels.
Work is organized around 5 Work Packages:
WP1 – PROJECT MANAGEMENT
WP2 – MAPPING TOOL & IMPLEMENTATION
WP3 – PROMOTING SDGs IN THE ACADEMIC CONTEXT
WP4 – ADVANCING SUSTAINABILITY OF UNIVERSITIES
WP5 – DISSEMINATION PLAN
