WP3

WE_RealWorld Education: Online Curriculum for Adult Education in Environmental Awareness and Sustainable Development

10 course modules aimed at low-skilled adults focusing on green skills that are valuable both in the workplace and in personal life. 

A full course of ten individual comprehensive modules is now available online in six EU-languages. The modules are directed at individuals who want to improve their personal action skills or adult educators looking for up-to-date learning materials on environmental awareness and sustainable development. The course attempts to meet the growing demand for accessible and inviting learning experiences focusing on how to deal with climate challenges on a personal level and how to act in the local community or the workplace.  

The full course covers a variety of associated yet separate themes targeting different aspects of environmental awareness and sustainable action. However, each module stands as a separate unit allowing for random choice or composition of individual learning progress. To ensure validity and recognition, each module provides learning outcomes and skills referring directly to main skills from category T6.2, Applying environmental skills and competences, in the ESCO framework. After the successful completion of a module and the associated assessment, the learner is entitled to a digital badge.  

Each module is designed in accordance with a specific curriculum structure based on the results of an extensive mapping report and focus group interviews, providing valuable general guidelines for the adult educator on both design, contents and accessibility. These general guidelines along with specific guidelines for each module provide the adult educator with easy-to use learning materials for individuals or groups of learners. 

For access to the materials and much more, please check our website: https://we-world.eu/ 

WP2

WE_RealWorld Education: Mapping of Adult Education in Environmental Awareness and Sustainable Development

A report describing the learning opportunities and good practices on sustainable development in Adult Education

According to recent reports, it seems that the Education for Sustainable Development in the field of Adult Education is structurally underfunded and often becomes overshadowed by the VET field that is more focused on professional development. There is also a lack of opportunities that foster environmental awareness in adult education, especially among low-skilled adults (NEETs). The aim of the current descriptive mapping report that the Erasmus+ project WE: World Education produced, is to fill this gap in green adult education by investigating available learning opportunities and good practices and also mapping the needs of adult educators and NEETs. To achieve this goal, desk and field research has been conducted in six European countries including both adult learners and educators. The desk research results revealed that there are existing learning opportunities, either provided by governments or private bodies. Also, there are available good practices that can act as a sample and direct the structure of the educational programme. It is important though to produce more learning opportunities in the AE sector, equip the Adult Educators with green teaching capacities, as the non-formal education approach of AE is equally as important as the VET field, especially when talking about environmental awareness, active citizenship and the development of green skills for sustainable life choices. 

Here you can find more about the report and the World Education project. 

https://we-world.eu/ 

WP4

Enhancing Green Skills Through Interactive Digital Platforms: The WE Online Knowledge Hub

Introduction

In an era where the global demand for natural resources exceeds the Earth’s capacity for regeneration, the urgency to address climate change and environmental degradation has never been greater. Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) emerges as a vital tool to foster environmental awareness and equip individuals with green skills essential for sustainable living.  

Building on the foundational work established in the WE Curriculum on Environmental Awareness and Sustainable Development in Adult Education (AE), the WE Online Knowledge Hub, developed in Work Package 4 (WP4), represents an innovative leap forward. This digital platform is designed to create flexible, interactive learning opportunities that empower adult educators and learners to champion sustainability in their communities.  

The WE Online Knowledge Hub: Bridging Learning and Sustainability

The WE Online Knowledge Hub, hosted on the Athena e-learning platform, is a dynamic digital platform designed to deliver the WE interactive modules. This hub promotes environmental awareness and encourages the adoption of sustainable practices, aligning with the project’s goal of providing accessible, engaging, and inclusive educational resources tailored to adult educators and low-skilled adults.  

The hub includes the following interactive modules based on the WE Curriculum:  

Module 0: Instructions  

Module 1: Green skills to develop the imitation and adaptation for encountering climate change challenges  

Module 2: Understanding SDGs and their potential for improving society and communities  

Module 3: Relate emotional complexity on one’s own identity and responsibility for climate change  

Module 4: Assess the influence of individual lifestyle choices on our social and ecological development  

Module 5: Exploring a sustainability issue by identifying trends in the family or local community  

Module 6: Knowledge and skills which reduce the negative impact of human activity on the environment  

Module 7: Collective action & Individual Initiative  

Module 8: Types of jobs that require a good knowledge of SDGs and green skills  

Module 9: Practical tips on having a positive impact on the environment  

Module 10: Overcoming misconceptions on environmental issues  

Gamification is a cornerstone of the WE Online Knowledge Hub, designed to increase learner engagement and motivation. Features such as point systems, progress tracking, and rewards inspire learners to actively participate in their educational journey. These elements not only make learning enjoyable but also foster a deeper connection to sustainability topics.  

Impact and Future Directions

The WE Online Knowledge Hub is a transformative resource in adult education, bridging the gap between traditional learning methods and modern, technology-driven approaches. By integrating the WE Curriculum into a digital platform, it amplifies the project’s reach and impact, enabling adult educators to empower learners with skills that contribute to a sustainable future.  

Through collaboration with partner organizations across Europe, the platform has been enriched with diverse perspectives, ensuring its applicability to varied learning environments. Feedback from focus groups has helped fine-tune its features, ensuring it meets the needs of adult educators and low-skilled learners alike.   

Conclusion

The WE Online Knowledge Hub exemplifies the transformative power of digital platforms in adult education, bridging traditional learning methods with modern, technology-driven approaches. By fostering environmental awareness and sustainable development through interactive modules, the hub equips adult educators and learners alike with the knowledge and tools to drive meaningful societal change.  

This initiative highlights the importance of collaboration, creativity, and adaptability in tackling global challenges through education. It sets a benchmark for similar projects across Europe, inspiring stakeholders to integrate green skills into adult learning environments..  

Explore the WE Online Knowledge Hub and join the movement toward a sustainable future. Visit https://we-world.eu/  for more information and to access the platform. 

Challenging Misconceptions: Lessons in Environmental Awareness

Welcome to the “Real-World Education to Foster Environmental Awareness (WE) Project”!

In this video, we dive into the key lessons from our tenth module: Overcoming Misconceptions on Environmental Issues.

Representatives from each partner organization, speaking in their national languages, share how this module has helped them challenge common myths and gain a clearer understanding of environmental challenges and solutions.

Let’s uncover the truth about our environment and empower change through knowledge!

Applying Environmental Knowledge: Real-World Lessons for a Sustainable Future

Welcome to the “Real-World Education to Foster Environmental Awareness (WE) Project”! 

In this video, we wrap up with reflections from the ninth module, where our representatives share, in their national languages, what they’ve learned about applying environmental knowledge in everyday life. 

These lessons highlight the power of education in driving real-world change for a sustainable future. 

Let’s hear how this module has inspired action and awareness! 

Sustainability at Work: Jobs that Demand Green Skills and SDG Knowledge

Sustainability at Work: Jobs that Demand Green Skills and SDG Knowledge

Welcome to the next installment of the “WE Real-World Education to Foster Environmental Awareness Project”!

This video focuses on an exciting and practical topic: Types of jobs that require a strong understanding of SDGs and green skills.

Representatives from each partner organization, speaking in their national languages, share insights on how these skills are shaping careers and driving positive change in various industries.

Let’s explore the future of work through the lens of sustainability!

Acting Locally, Thinking Globally: Sustainability in Families and Communities

Acting Locally, Thinking Globally: Sustainability in Families and Communities

Welcome to our ” WE Real-World Education to Foster Environmental Awareness  Project” video! 

This video highlights the key lessons from our fifth module: Understanding sustainability within the context of your family and local community. 

Our representatives share, in their national languages, how this module has inspired them to think globally while acting locally, fostering sustainable practices within their closest circles. 

Let’s explore how small steps in our families and communities can make a big difference! 

Everyday Decisions, Global Impact: Lessons from Module Four

Everyday Decisions, Global Impact: Lessons from Module Four

Welcome to our ” WE Real-World Education to Foster Environmental Awareness Project” video!

This video focuses on the fourth module: Assess the influence of individual lifestyle choices on our social and ecological development.

Representatives from each partner organization share, in their national languages, the valuable insights they’ve gained about how everyday decisions impact both society and the environment.

Join us as we explore the power of individual choices in shaping a sustainable future!