The document outlines Central European University's (CEU) efforts to promote sustainable practices across campus. It discusses establishing a Sustainable Campus Initiative to institutionalize sustainability strategies long-term with involvement from students, faculty, and staff. Key recommendations include appointing a dedicated Sustainability Officer, integrating sustainability into coursework and research, and obtaining administrative and financial support for student-led initiatives. The ultimate goal is for CEU to serve as a model for sustainable leadership in the region through coordinated efforts across its community.
The Schools Innovation Projects Initiative (SIPI) promotes research and fosters understanding of how new technologies support academic excellence and student success. SIPI leverages a “network of networks”, including tools and practices that will collaboratively increase efficiency and capacity for high-quality learning engagement.
ISCN 2015 Dialogue 2: Regional Perspectives on Global Change, Gitile Naituli ISCN_Secretariat
Gitile Naituli, Professor of Management at Multimedia University of Kenya and Commissioner National Cohesion & Integration Commission, Chair of Mainstreaming Environment and Sustainability in Africa
International Training Programme on ESD in Formal Education (Dec 2008)jbacha
Interactive training presentation on implementing Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) at the national level. Delivered to Ministry of Education officials from Nepal, Sri Lanka and Viet Nam at the International Training Programme on ESD in Formal Education’ held in Ahmedabad, India in December 2008
Promoting ESD by Capacity Building of Educators: A Case Study from Punjab, IndiaESD UNU-IAS
Promoting ESD by Capacity Building of Educators: A Case Study from Punjab, India
Ms. Ravleen Singh, RCE Chandigarh
13th Asia-Pacific RCE Regional Meeting
5 October, 2021
Student-directed engagement in community-linked STEM integration through coll...Kim Flintoff
Prepared for the Deakin STEM Education Conference 2021.
This paper will be co-authored by a team of participating Year 10 students who are working on a challenge-based learning project in their TIDES (Technology Innovation Design Enterprise Sustainability) class at Peter Carnley Anglican Community School.
They are considering a problem derived from the theme of National Science Week 2021 (Food: Different by Design). The focus on issues relating to Food Security has enabled them to create a body of work that supports deep engagement and a scope of learning that exceeds most traditional content-delivery models. They have been able to generate work that can be submitted across a variety of contexts and to enable entry to several external programs for recognition.
With their teacher, the students will describe and evaluate the processes and ways of working they have adopted, as well as highlighting how their work has produced interdisciplinary artifacts that can be used to guide and assess learning across a range of subject areas within their regular school timetable. They will also consider the benefits of student agency and external audiences in building engagement and focus in their learning. The students will discuss how programs such as Game Changer Awards, ANSTO National Science Week Hackathon, STEM4Innovation and think tank events provide platforms for the practice and application of their collaborative human-centered design-thinking process to enhance their learning in STEM and other areas across the curriculum.
Too often student experience of learning is not reflected in education conferences. As one of the most important voices in the whole system, they often struggle to be heard. This paper will provide insights into student perceptions of integrated STEM as an approach to meaningful learning that provides scope and depth of learning across many parts of the broader K-100 curriculum. Content and capabilities will be considered and the students along with their teacher will endeavour to unpack the benefits and challenges they encounter.
Provide the participants with knowledge of the basic functionality of CREO Illustrate. Describe functionality and how it can be used productively, discuss the published output potential and how it fits with the customer requirement.
The Schools Innovation Projects Initiative (SIPI) promotes research and fosters understanding of how new technologies support academic excellence and student success. SIPI leverages a “network of networks”, including tools and practices that will collaboratively increase efficiency and capacity for high-quality learning engagement.
ISCN 2015 Dialogue 2: Regional Perspectives on Global Change, Gitile Naituli ISCN_Secretariat
Gitile Naituli, Professor of Management at Multimedia University of Kenya and Commissioner National Cohesion & Integration Commission, Chair of Mainstreaming Environment and Sustainability in Africa
International Training Programme on ESD in Formal Education (Dec 2008)jbacha
Interactive training presentation on implementing Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) at the national level. Delivered to Ministry of Education officials from Nepal, Sri Lanka and Viet Nam at the International Training Programme on ESD in Formal Education’ held in Ahmedabad, India in December 2008
Promoting ESD by Capacity Building of Educators: A Case Study from Punjab, IndiaESD UNU-IAS
Promoting ESD by Capacity Building of Educators: A Case Study from Punjab, India
Ms. Ravleen Singh, RCE Chandigarh
13th Asia-Pacific RCE Regional Meeting
5 October, 2021
Student-directed engagement in community-linked STEM integration through coll...Kim Flintoff
Prepared for the Deakin STEM Education Conference 2021.
This paper will be co-authored by a team of participating Year 10 students who are working on a challenge-based learning project in their TIDES (Technology Innovation Design Enterprise Sustainability) class at Peter Carnley Anglican Community School.
They are considering a problem derived from the theme of National Science Week 2021 (Food: Different by Design). The focus on issues relating to Food Security has enabled them to create a body of work that supports deep engagement and a scope of learning that exceeds most traditional content-delivery models. They have been able to generate work that can be submitted across a variety of contexts and to enable entry to several external programs for recognition.
With their teacher, the students will describe and evaluate the processes and ways of working they have adopted, as well as highlighting how their work has produced interdisciplinary artifacts that can be used to guide and assess learning across a range of subject areas within their regular school timetable. They will also consider the benefits of student agency and external audiences in building engagement and focus in their learning. The students will discuss how programs such as Game Changer Awards, ANSTO National Science Week Hackathon, STEM4Innovation and think tank events provide platforms for the practice and application of their collaborative human-centered design-thinking process to enhance their learning in STEM and other areas across the curriculum.
Too often student experience of learning is not reflected in education conferences. As one of the most important voices in the whole system, they often struggle to be heard. This paper will provide insights into student perceptions of integrated STEM as an approach to meaningful learning that provides scope and depth of learning across many parts of the broader K-100 curriculum. Content and capabilities will be considered and the students along with their teacher will endeavour to unpack the benefits and challenges they encounter.
Provide the participants with knowledge of the basic functionality of CREO Illustrate. Describe functionality and how it can be used productively, discuss the published output potential and how it fits with the customer requirement.
“Without changing our patterns of thought, we will not be able to solve the problems we created with our current patterns of thought.”
- Albert Einstein
Discussions between chief financial officers (CFOs) and heads of IT departments most often center on the the funding of projects, or need to continue funding, as if a simple commodity-based relationship existed between fiscal outlay and value received. But this “pattern of thought,” to use Einstein’s term, hinders a much more productive mode of discussion that these two business leaders might engage in. In this paper, I will illustrate a new way of thinking about the funding of IT software projects, one that considers funding in terms of investment, and value as an expansive, longitudinal variable.
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Education For Sustainable Development London4 All of Us
This conference brought together educationalists, NGOs, Estate Directors and employers to promote and share good subject based and interdisciplinary practice across a wide range of areas, from both the natural sciences and the social sciences. It also showcased ideas and projects from leading NGOs and businesses which are working towards sustainability goals.
Engaging Generation Z: Integrating Global and Local Vision, Structure, and In...CIEE
How are universities responding to two recent paradigm shifts impacting global education? First, there is a generational change between millennials and the new cohort known as K or Z. While our current traditional undergraduates may be more anxious, skeptical, and know only smartphones, they also crave connection and are makers, creators, and inventors. (“Think millennials have it tough? For 'Generation K', life is even harsher.” The Guardian, March 19, 2016) The second shift is the increased fluidity between global and local interactions and groups. As classrooms continue to diversify with international and first-generation students, the university community – students, faculty, and staff – must obtain and demonstrate intercultural agility, curiosity, and empathy to navigate the complexities of the contemporary world. This session addresses how the University of St. Thomas has implemented into its administrative structure an innovative partnership between faculty from diverse disciplines and education abroad professionals to address the new realities of global and local engagement that respond to the world’s most pressing needs.
Hello Colleagues
Please find attached Group Bruner's presentation which looks at the changing trends in HE. It touches on the trends seen internationally. To look at the Pacific region, the group identified changing trends observed specifically at USP. Each group member than gave a brief overview of the changing trend and its implication in their respective courses.
Cheers.....
Bruner Group
Sustainable University (with LSBU as the case) slideshowsustainableuni
Slide show on my research proposal on Sustainable University (with LSBU as the key case study) titled 'Sustainable University as a winning brand: An integrated programme of education, communication and research – a case study in LSBU (London South Bank University).'
Embracing GenAI - A Strategic ImperativePeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
Synthetic Fiber Construction in lab .pptxPavel ( NSTU)
Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
Biological screening of herbal drugs: Introduction and Need for
Phyto-Pharmacological Screening, New Strategies for evaluating
Natural Products, In vitro evaluation techniques for Antioxidants, Antimicrobial and Anticancer drugs. In vivo evaluation techniques
for Anti-inflammatory, Antiulcer, Anticancer, Wound healing, Antidiabetic, Hepatoprotective, Cardio protective, Diuretics and
Antifertility, Toxicity studies as per OECD guidelines
Acetabularia Information For Class 9 .docxvaibhavrinwa19
Acetabularia acetabulum is a single-celled green alga that in its vegetative state is morphologically differentiated into a basal rhizoid and an axially elongated stalk, which bears whorls of branching hairs. The single diploid nucleus resides in the rhizoid.
Macroeconomics- Movie Location
This will be used as part of your Personal Professional Portfolio once graded.
Objective:
Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
1. Sustainable Campus Initiative Best Practices and CEU Applications Central European University 2011 January Lea, Peter, Tom, Logan, Sarah, Lisa, Linda, Natasha, Nataliia, Mauricio
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27. Pillars of a Sustainable University Student Initiative Administrative Support Research & Education CEU Today Periodic, limited to EnvSci None Limited to EnvSci CEU’s Future Continuity moving forward with Aleh and Tamara for reference and support Champions for sustainability (Self-perpetuating sustainability) Sustainability Officer Focused completely on Sustainability and independent from other administrative bodies CEU Sustainability Research and Education Group Introduce SD issue in other departments curriculum Integrate faculty from other departments to work together on sustainability issues What Needs to Happen Special fund to support individual initiatives Cannot combine sustainability officer functions with health and safety (as was proposed!) Administrative and Faculty interests.
Editor's Notes
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Linda Tight-nit, diverse community of international students Advantages: bring together different backgrounds and experiences Challenges: intercultural communication Opportunity for world-wide impact of sustainable education ‘ Change Agents’ >Newly founded Sustainability Advisory Committee
Linda 1991 - CEU was founded 1992 - CEU became a member of Hungarian Business Leader ’ s Forum : CEU Business School was founding member of HBLF; HBLF is an association and representative body of local business executives, local representatives of international joint ventures and other influential business people in Hungary and is committed to promote responsible business practices that benefit business and society, and which help to achieve social, economic and environmentally sustainable development in Hungary. 1994 - CEU signed the Copernicus Charter : The University Charter for Sustainable Development is an instrument created by Copernicus, an inter-university co-operation programme on the environment, established by the Association of European Universities (CRE). The Charter expresses a collective commitment on behalf of a large number of universities. It represents an effort to mobilize the resources of institutions of higher education to further concept and objective or sustainable development. The Charter was introduced and presented to the CRE bi-annual conference in Barcelona, in the autumn of 1993. Two years later, the document has been endorsed by the personal signature of the rectors of no less than 213 universities in Europe. 1999 - Human Rights Initiative (HRSI) was founded: The Human RightS Initiative (HRSI) is an awareness raising and capacity building organization based at Central European University (CEU). It was founded in 1999 by the students of the CEU Legal Studies Human Rights Program. HRSI's mission is to promote social engagement through awareness raising and capacity building. Our main target groups are CEU students and alumni, local and regional students, NGO staff and activists as well as local and regional NGOs. 2008 - Sustainable Development Policy approved by CEU Senate - CREO (Campus Redevelopment Office) was founded: CREOs task is the coordination of infrastructure redevelopment at CEU - CSAC (CEU Sustainability Advisory Committee) was founded: advises on strategy and actions towards the achievement of the CEU Sustainable Development Policy and fulfillment of CEU’s commitments as a signatory to the University Charter for Sustainable Development (COPERNICUS). - SCI founded by the students of the Department of Environmental Sciences and Policy
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Linda CEU has the ability and therefore the responsibility to advance best practices
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Sarah Sustainability Office: Proposed in Tamara ’ s proposal for CEU Has been an effective strategy for many universities – Two things arise from this: showing the school is dedicated, and by having someone committed to this portfolio specifically, allowing the potential for real action to be realized in pursuit of sustainability goals Examples: U of Guelph Sustainability Office which runs campus programs such as recycling, energy and transport. University of Luxembourg – Sustainable Development Group Has members from all faculties, administration of the University, office for Infrastructure and Logistics Considers: environmental impact, social cohesion, planning inputs, integration into teaching and learning Szent István University of Gödöllő – Climate Office which has status akin to that of faculty (outside – represents the university) Gives them a degree of autonomy, can tender etc. Financially beneficial for the university – enter into agreements with private coroporations In all these examples, the Office was started after a series of various student/faculty initiatives (often disconnected) which were then consolidated into an official group. It is important the such an office has official standing at the university: autonomy and legitimacy Such an office/officer can help ensure all goals in an SD portfolio are achieved – also allows for innovation etc University of Leuphana (Germany) – school wanted EMAS and appointed an Environmental Coordinator Coursework integration: Targeting students of all disciplines For all majors E.g. the business school new head – told us that he wants to start up a ‘ clean tech ’ course CEU can be a forerunner in mainstreaming sustainability into all disciplines CEU Business School ‘ clean tech’ University of Luxembourg transdisciplinary courses, e.g. proposed new courses on “ global environmental change and what can be done about it ” and “ corporate social responsibility ” , co-lectured by teachers from different faculties Education options/outreach An option to obtain a minor, certificate or diploma in Sustainable Development (University of Luxembourg) Climate round table with experts (Szent István University of Gödöllő) Special learning centers, e.g. EcoHouse Living Learning Centre (University of Guelph)
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Logan University Purchasing: Cleaning products and chemicals Paper products Electronic devices Lavatory and restaurant appliances Dining facility evaluation Transportation FairAir Green Travel Program enables students, faculty and staff to offset their flight’s carbon emissions by investing in renewable energy sources. Local travel planning for student and academic staff “ Travel planning for business” service Non-travel principle – employees are encouraged to replace travelling by telephone, video or web-based meeting where possible Free bicycle service, bicycle sharing FairAir Green Travel Program (University of Guelph) Opportunities for interaction for students with businesses - ‘business breakfasts’ (Szent István University of Gödöllő, Hungary) Recruiting students to work on environmental campaigns e.g. 10.10.10 (Szent István University of Gödöllő) Student purchasing options: Establish relationships and incentive programs for students at local businesses Free marketplace, end of year/mid semester move out swap and donation of appliances
Logan Green Dining Includes: Waste reduction: Composting, Food Donation (to food banks and farmers), No Disposables, Waste separation, Portion control policy (tray elimination), Incentive programs Energy Efficiency: Energy Star/ Energy Labeling Up to date Freezers, Refrigerators, Cooking and Washing devices Water Use Reduction: Tray elimination, Maintenance, Upkeep Green Menus: How is food purchased and served? Vegetarian options, local and/or organic options Product sourcing: Encourage Fair trade products, Eco-friendly cleaning supplies and chemicals Establish Relationships: With local producers, farmers, and green market vendors Waste Reduction is a major facet of green dining. Waste reduction practices include: avoiding food waste, eliminating disposable plates, cups and silverware, initiating food donation programs (to both food banks and farmers), portion control through policy and elimination of trays, and establishing discount incentive programs to encourage reusable utensils (ex bring your own coffee cup), smart purchasing to minimize food waste/deterioration and excess packaging
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Lisa We forgot what we had here…..HELP Big, one time donors as well as alumni Long-term plans and strategies Determine funding sources Durable, non-toxic, local materials when possible Incorporate energy and water efficiency into building design Maximize natural lighting Green roofs Two-flush toilets Solar panels
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Lisa How was this organized? Dormitory of the University of Georgia houses 555 students: Healthy, eco-friendly furnishings Environmentally-friendly Cool Carpet TM Energy-wise building surfaces including windows and shingles Use of treated graywater (recycled water from showers, sinks and washing machines) for flushing toilets Bioretention systems located near the building to filter pollutants from and treat stormwater runoff A rainwater catchment system for water recycling Drought-tolerant landscaping How was this organized? Cornell University, the Alice H. Cook dormitory Green Roofs: Plants and grasses are grown on the roof to maximize space, provide insulation, reduce water run-off, and reduce renovation costs by protecting the building from the effects of weather. Stormwater Management: Stormwater runoff was controlled during the work to prevent sediment loss to the storm sewer.
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Natasha Finance pay-off in the long-term + environmental bonus = increase in annual funds energy efficiency as the key-message for fund-raising Student involvement What are their needs, what are their ideas regarding the goals Hands-on work: e.g. Students help to seal the buildings Benefit for PR: “day of the open university” for the public
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