OA
Jun 8, 2023
Some statistics needs to be updated based on latest data, Links to the assignments are not working or not updated to the new link and needs to be aligned but overall the course is highly recommended!
LG
May 18, 2017
This course was perfect for those wanting to explore the world of development, broad enough to include all interlinked themes, with sufficient reading materials to spark one's specializing interests.
By Evi K
•Mar 10, 2022
Brilliant presentations and a thorough, easy to follow narrative that gives the big picture of sustainable development. However, it is quite outdated as it was made before the 2015 SDGs and also a lot of the links provided do not work.
By krithika m
•Mar 15, 2021
A great course to set the foundations for further exploring sustainable development and how it has progressed since the recording of this course. A little disappointing that links were broken and not updated as part of the assessments.
By Adamu B
•Jun 4, 2021
I'm so happy to have passed through this course. It has exposed me to the real facts about Humanity on earth and what needs to be done to keep us here long enough. Thanks to Professor Jeffrey Sachs and all members of the course team
By Md. M H
•Feb 5, 2020
This is an outstanding achievement for me as it is my first completed course in Coursera. It is one of the best courses related to Sustainable Development. But it would be great if we get a certificate after complete this course.
By Kira B
•Nov 16, 2015
Lots of quality conversational information on sustainable development, but I wish there were more interactive projects to apply the concepts. Without an application, much of the information remained abstract and hard to remember.
By Corbin K
•Jul 10, 2020
Well structured course with quality content. Great way to "be in the classroom" with a top professor FOR FREE. However, the content was a little outdated and that was reflected in the quizzes. An annual update would be amazing.
By Clara T C
•Sep 16, 2015
It's a very interesting and fun course. I think maybe it's too long for not giving a certificate, but it's a nice course to follow and to learn by even if you just do 10 minutes per day and take it as a personal experience
By Amjad H
•Nov 17, 2020
The course is inspiring and provides invaluable input for anyone interested in sustainable development, however, some sources need update as they're not available anymore or newer more accurate versions are available now
By Tori T
•Jul 8, 2020
Prof Sachs is fantastic for those new to this topic. He lays out everything very clearly. My degree was in environmental science, so I didn't learn as much as I had hoped. That is the only reason for the 4 star rating.
By sol p
•Dec 15, 2022
The content of the course was very interesting, The tests however were challenging because they contained many broken web links and in order to pass you had to do additional research to find the information required.
By Mony S
•Apr 17, 2021
Excellent course to become aware of all aspects of sustainability - climate change, poverty, inequality, agriculture, etc. etc. However, a bit too long. if the content can be reduced to 10 weeks, it would be helpful
By Maria A d O S
•Jul 25, 2020
o curso é ótimo, a única observação que tenho seria para atualizar os links dos sites, para responder os testes. Não encontrei alguns o que dificultou a resolução de alguns questionários. Parabéns pela iniciativa!!
By Idemudia E
•Oct 13, 2016
It was really tasking and demanding for me but i enjoyed every bit of Professor's lecture. He provided detailed insights into every aspect of sustainable development needed for every government of every country.
By Roy M
•Apr 10, 2020
Very interesting course overall, the material on the quizzes was a bit peculiar, mostly based on outside statistics that didn't require one to have actually watched the lecture and even sometimes had mistakes.
By Umaporn K
•Apr 11, 2017
I'm a plan and policy analyst. I got a lot of idea for policy planing by SDGs guideline and some indicator that make the following process more clearly. But a few link for quiz have not working, please update.
By Hanna R
•Jan 15, 2016
A great introduction to the subject of Sustainable Development!
Prof. Sachs talks very slowly which makes it very easy to follow and understand. I personally liked to watch the videos at a higher speed though.
By KatarÃna K
•Jan 13, 2020
The lectures are very interesting and fascinating, I really enjoyed watching them! However, the tests are outdated, many of the links in them do not exist anymore which makes it more difficult to pass them.
By Minal B
•Sep 30, 2020
Very good course with tremendous knowledge gaining experience. Should Have updated with time. I am also like to add coursera should provide certificate for this course as person spending 14 weeks on this.
By Dr. A U
•Jan 5, 2024
Course is good and very detailed. But it should be updated and the webpages referred to in exams and quizzes should be updated. A certificate may also be provided for completion of the course at the end.
By Antonella d R T L L
•Jun 15, 2023
Muchos de los enlaces necesarios para realizar los exámenes ya no existen o han cambiado su ubicación. Por favor colocar los nuevos enlaces para que los próximos estudiantes no tengan estas dificultades.
By Julie B
•Dec 5, 2018
Very interesting class.
Only one comment : it is becoming difficult to answer to questions. Indeed, they are referring to 2014 datas that are getting harder to get and links that can't be found anymore.
By Jessica B
•Jun 16, 2020
Great content and Dr Sachs a great lecturer. Some questions on tests need updating as websites used for course materials have more up-to-date data that is not always reflected in the questions.
By Johannes F
•Dec 10, 2024
I liked the content of the course a lot and can recommend it from that perspective. Nevertheless in the tests and final exam many links we should work with are broken, which is frustrating.
By Steven A
•Feb 3, 2018
There is some great material in here (especially detailing the more hopeful aspects of sustainable development). The only bad part was that some of the links need updating in the quizzes.
By Laurel H
•Oct 17, 2017
Very informative with extensive materials and an awesome professor. Highly recommended, the only thing better would be regular updates t some of the charts used and taking it in person.