This Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on "Empowering University Staff to contribute to the SDGs" is designed to equip university staff with the knowledge and tools necessary to actively participate in achieving the SDGs. By engaging with this course, you'll gain insights into how you can personally contribute to the global sustainability agenda and harness the SDGs to enhance your work performance, mental well-being, and team dynamics.
The MOOC is organized into six modules, each designed to be flexible, engaging, and interactive. The modules can be completed individually or combined to create a tailored training program that meets your specific needs. Each module requires approximately two hours to complete and includes a mix of theoretical content, presentations, and practical activities to reinforce learning.
- Module 1: Understanding sustainable development and the Global Goals
- Module 2: The SDGs in the context of European higher education
- Module 3: SDGs and research
- Module 4: SDGs and teaching
- Module 5: University-community engagement & SDGs
- Module 6: Whole institution approach to sustainability in higher education
The MOOC not only raises awareness about the SDGs but also focuses on how understanding and contributing to these goals can improve job satisfaction, morale, and productivity within the university environment. Throughout the modules, you’ll explore critical questions such as:
- How can we foster a more sustainable global community?
- What role do our institutions play in promoting sustainable living?
- How can we, as members of a university community, make meaningful contributions??
Upon successful completion of all six modules, participants can obtain a certificate for this MOOC.
How to enrol to the MOOC
The MOOC is hosted by University of Girona on its platform "openUDG". Please follow these four simple steps to get started for the MOOC:
- Go to: https://open.udg.edu
- Click on "Log In" in the top right corner
- Click on "Create new account" and provide all necessary information
- Once you have successfuly created your account you can access the MOOC here: https://open.udg.edu/enrol/index.php?id=29