James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2023

ED5912 - Social Learning Perspectives for a Sustainable Future

ED5912 is offered in external mode where lectures and tutorials are conducted online through Learn JCU; however some on-campus tutorials may be negotiated. This subject is available to all students who possess a relevant undergraduate degree or diploma approved by the College of Science and Engineering and the College of Arts, Society and Education.

Subject Description

ED5912 Social Learning Perspectives for a Sustainable Future, explores the role of learning in creating a more habitable world. This subject investigates learning as a means for addressing wicked problems; how to develop learning pathways to met sustainability goals; the principles of and for sustainability decision-making; pedagogies and contexts for effective co-learning; strategies for developing sustainable partnerships and the role of online learning communities in promoting sustainability. Using a framework of multi-scale learning - through international, national and local partnerships and between organisations, groups and individuals - this subject makes explicit the links between co-learning, planning and action to create more sustainable socio-environmental options and to develop stronger and more resilient communities. ED5912 is an AQF level 9 subject that aims to consolidate your knowledge of socio-ecological systems and processes with a view to enhancing your capacity to understand the role of learning in sustainability practice.

Learning Outcomes

• articulate the benefits of partnerships in attaining sustainable development goals
• demonstrate knowledge of the power of learning to create a desirable future
• express familiarity with policy frameworks, tools and institutional arrangements to foster partnerships for sustainability
• analyse and evaluate the effectiveness of formal and informal co-learning arrangements
• demonstrate knowledge of cooperative strategies for living with ecological and social change

Subject Assessment

• Written > Annotated bibliography - (25%) - Individual
• Written > Literature review - (50%) - Individual
• Written > Reflection/reflective task 1 - (25%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

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