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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Learning for a Sustainable Future by The University of Edinburgh

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About the Course

Join us from 7 October to 10 November 2024 for a facilitated run of this course where you will have the opportunity to interact with our team from University of Edinburgh and Learning for Sustainability Scotland. Climate change, gender equality, biodiversity collapse, health, social equity, and inclusion are just some of the issues that concern us all, impacting human and planetary well-being and economic stability. How to live a sustainable life affects – and connects – everyone and everything. Over five weeks, you will engage with our team and your fellow course participants to develop an informed response to these major challenges. The course has a focus on education and learning; supporting those who want to bring some of the activities and issues covered into their own educational practice. You’ll learn more about current global issues and consider how we can all respond, personally or collectively. You’ll explore values and work with others to examine the ways in which local action can be taken on global-scale problems. You’ll have the opportunity to discuss and share ideas, perspectives, and teaching and learning approaches. Working in this way, starting from where you are within your own context and educational spaces - and sharing this with others throughout the course - helps us to move towards a new and collective way of thinking and acting for a sustainable future. You may also be interested in our 2-week course 'Learning for a Sustainable Future: Live at COP29' https://www.coursera.org/learn/learning-live-at-cop29...

Top reviews

JG

Dec 4, 2023

Thank you for giving me valuable information about a sustainable future. Although I always studied something about it by myself, this is my first certificate and I am more than thankful.

MI

Dec 14, 2023

Very thorough amount of information, including plenty of reference to pursue further specific points. Easy to follow, well presented and very nicely formatted.

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By Sharon F

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Nov 24, 2023

I really enjoyed the course but feel that there should be a 'complete' button on the videos as I often read the transcript instead of watching the videos (limited data) and it does not mark them as complete otherwise. Also, there were many interesting books recommended but due to the cost, I am unable to access these, perhaps more links to articles and websites would be more inclusive.

By Frances D

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Dec 16, 2023

I have learned a lot about sustainability on a local, national & global level. The positive, critical & negative impacts of daily behavior. I am impressed and grateful for the comprehensiveness of the course and that I can attend this course as someone with a middle school diploma - SDG 4 🙌. The resources are impressive. I thank all the contributors and also appreciate the updates that were added as I progressed. I completed the course at my own pace, unaccompanied. The course is excellently structured. The mix of learning materials takes all types of learners into consideration. The scope is easy to integrate into a busy everyday life. I really liked the quotes and reflective questions. The first video by Pete Higgins - Geological timeline - made a particular impression, as did the approach of considering one's own being & actions seven [7] generations into the future & past. The sustainability stories are inspiring illustrations. As a brand strategist, I particularly like how much emphasis was placed on the inclusion of one's own personal values & responsibility. Great. Week three [3] was the hardest for me to understand in terms of content. I will probably repeat this part a few more times. Just like the whole course. This course has sharpened my knowledge and motivation. I put what I learned directly into practice in my private and professional life. A condition that will last. Thank you.

By sergio M C

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Dec 7, 2023

Curso bueno porque te permite entregar tu opinion y demás de interactuar con compañeros de todo el mundo y te da una idea de como podemos tener un mundo mas biosustentable y en que podemos nosotros aportar para que esto sea una realidad. El ser humano no puede separarse ni desprenderse del medio ambiente dado que este. El ser humano para establecer una relación de armonía con su entorno debe crear una relación con este. En este sentido, podemos decir que el ser humano debe mirar su habitad y a partir de esta, generar un conocimiento y una apropiación del espacio en que está inserto. El medio ambiente y la naturaleza que le rodea, le permite entre muchas cosas: refugio, alimento. Protección, conocimiento para él y sus pares. Por ello, podemos en términos simples, establecer una relación directa entre la naturaleza como entorno y espacio de conocimiento y la escuela. En este último, podemos concebir con las características señaladas anteriormente. La escuela es un refugio, un lugar de protección y por sobre todo de conocimiento, es acá donde adquieren las herramientas para poder hacer frente a su entorno y poder desenvolverse con propiedad y resolver de manera efectiva y afectiva cualquier problema o inconveniente.

By Rochelle F

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Nov 15, 2023

"Learning for a Sustainable Future" was a transformative experience. The content was not only extensive but remarkably easy to grasp. Real-world scenarios brought the concepts to life, making them more relatable. The instructors, true experts in their fields, added immense value. It's a course that seamlessly blends theory with practical application, making it both enriching and personally rewarding. Highly recommended for anyone passionate about sustainable living.

By Jose J

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Nov 23, 2023

After the course, I gained much better knowledge of the concept of sustainability and some ways of acting to achieve it. I was able to compare different realities with my own. I obtained more and better tools to fulfill my contribution to the process. Unfortunately, I doubt that the actions that are necessary on the part of each one of us and the governments of the countries, will be capable of reversing the current situation in the short term.

By Michael F

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Nov 26, 2023

I liked the length of the lessons, the forums were active and engaging, the content material accessible and practical. I would recommend it, especially as an introduction into Sustainability as it keeps complex and challenging topics in the context of your local experience.

By Selly J

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Nov 27, 2023

This course has inspired me to take action based on personal reflections. Each discussion has motivated me to be more aware of my surroundings. All of the parties preparing for this course are amazing!

By Jonathan G

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Dec 4, 2023

Thank you for giving me valuable information about a sustainable future. Although I always studied something about it by myself, this is my first certificate and I am more than thankful.

By Marco i

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Dec 15, 2023

Very thorough amount of information, including plenty of reference to pursue further specific points. Easy to follow, well presented and very nicely formatted.

By Friska R

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Nov 1, 2024

I love to learn something new here. Especially about learning for a sustainable future which is really taught me how to be aware of everything around us.

By Panagiotis P

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Sep 16, 2024

Peace, stability, human rights, and effective governance based on the rule of law are important conduits for sustainable development.

By Martha R D

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Dec 9, 2023

A very useful and interesting course where you able your crucial role in achieving sustainable future for a better lives for us all.

By Monika S

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Dec 5, 2023

Absolutely fantastic. Mind opening and supportive en terms of materials to be used in the classroom as well. Great experience.

By Syed S U R

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Oct 26, 2023

It is one of the best courses ever and is suitable for any discipline and any level. Thank you for making such a great course.

By Grit

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Dec 12, 2023

It is the course that make me understand how important of sustainability issue and how to action from "sphere of influence".

By Muhammad W

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Nov 25, 2023

So good to learn from coursera platform, I will be happy to be offered more courses by coursera. Thank you coursera

By Jodie T

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Dec 8, 2023

Really nicely set out and paced. Lots of opportunity for reflection on how to put what you learn into practice.

By Peter M

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Nov 6, 2023

Modern world should subscribe to their food product usage. In order to save on waste, recycling, and the world.

By Abraham O P

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Oct 11, 2024

Great distribution of knowledge made simple for individuals interest and participation. I just love it.

By hyder a

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Mar 11, 2024

A soul searching journey begins in whoever feels the heartbeat of our planet...

By Anyaoha I C

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Nov 14, 2023

I loved everything about this course and I'm glad I got the certificate.

By Fahim U K

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Oct 31, 2023

Overall learning experience during the course was overwhelming.

By Guillermina M T

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Nov 27, 2023

Easy going, likeable, a lot of resources shared

By Tiffiny

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Dec 17, 2023

Excellent course that everyone needs to take!

By Tricia C A

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Nov 27, 2023

A very good course about sustainability!