EDSU 701/901 Sustaining Human Systems
Human systems have rituals, celebrations, history and indigenous knowledge that sustain their worldview and cultural interactions. In this course, students will apply their knowledge of EfS to explore cultural perspectives, social equity, ecological justice, biological and cultural diversities in an effort to develop an understanding of the values and commitment for the good of the whole.
EDSU 702/902 Systems Thinking in Program Development
In this course, students will utilize EfS concepts and systems thinking to identify, critique, and develop innovative evaluation approaches and frameworks for diverse formal, non-formal, and informal educational settings. Course content will create opportunities for students to analyze and evaluate relevant educational organizations, programs, and curriculum.
EDSU 703/903 Reorienting Curriculum and Programs Towards a Sustainable Future
Examines education programs through the lens of global sustainability. A critical lens will be applied to the purpose and value of education both historically and contemporarily to develop the students' core beliefs and values in education and learning. Available for master's program graduate credit as EDSU 703. Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 903. Prerequisites: admission into a graduate program of study.
EDSU 707/907 Analysis and Improvement of Programs in Education for Sustainability (EfS)
Project-based course designed to give the opportunity to research and design learning domains that support EfS principles, pedagogy, policies, and practices. The project will include action strategies, research applications, and a blueprint for improvement of educational programs. Available for master's program graduate credit as EDSU 707. Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 907 Prerequisites: admission into the Ed.D. program.
EDSU 709/909 Ethics of Care in a Sustainable Society
Ethics of care is a theory to guide education toward developing moral, empathetic citizens. This course will explore this theory and its application within sustainability education. Ethics of care will be applied in the development of education programs for vulnerable populations. Available for master's program graduate credit as EDSU 709. Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 909. Prerequisites: admission into the Ed.D. program.
EDSU 710/910 Place-Based Approaches within the Global Community Context
Students will critically explore place-based approaches to decolonize and re-inhabit places in support of sustainable communities. Participants will identify local and global needs in relevant community contexts and determine resources to support place-based pedagogies in their programs, curriculum or organizations. Students will connect local initiatives to global, interconnected challenges and solutions. Available for master's program graduate credit as EDSU 710. Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 910. Prerequisites: admission into the Ed.D. or Master's program.
EDSU 711/911 Global Environmental Change
In the age where we are facing unprecedented global and local environmental issues, you will be able to articulate these issues from multiple perspectives integrating ecological, economic and social aspects. You will also examine and assess the social movements that are underway to address global environmental issues. Available for master's program graduate credit as EDSU 711. Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 911. Prerequisites: admission into the graduate program of studies or Ed.D.
EDSU 712/912 Political Ecology and Sustainability
Explore the relationships between political, economic, social, and environmental aspects of contemporary sustainability issues. Learn multiple perspectives with regard to the preservation and management of the commons and research the political ecology of a locally relevant issue. Available for master's program graduate credit as EDSU 712. Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 912. Prerequisites: admission into the Ed.D. program.
EDSU 713/913 Ecological Foundations for a Sustainable Society
Utilizing scientific and indigenous knowledge, students will explore and apply ecological principles for sustainability in social and economic systems. Human systems are also part of nature, and ecological principles provide the foundation for long-term economic, civic, and social sustainability. Available for master's program graduate credit as EDSU 713. Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 913. Prerequisites: admission into the Ed.D. program.
EDSU 714/914 Teaching and Learning in Alternative Educational Settings
Education for sustainability can occur inside and outside of formal schools. Design and implement strategies to develop sustainability- focused learning opportunities in business, community, recreation, and other alternative youth and adult educational settings. Available for master's program graduate credit as EDSU 714. Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 914. Prerequisites: admission into the Ed.D. program.
EDSU 715/915 Creative and Innovative Technology Thinking in Educational Sustainability
This course will explore technological tools and frameworks used in societal and environmental meaning making of significance in our planet. Students shall explore from beginning to advanced level technologies in the field of Interactive Story Mapping (ISM), Remote Learning (RL), Location Intelligence (LI), Data Collection, Analysis, and Visualization (DCAV) among others. In this course, students will engage in hands-on project-based activities involving extractive thinking of solutions from examination of empirical data. Such thought processes will lead students to develop applications that reinforces understanding from the lens of United Nations Sustainability Development Goals (UNSDG). Available for master's program graduate credit as EDSU 715. Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 915. Prerequisites: admission into the Ed.D. program or Program Director Consent.
EDSU 740/940: Adaptive Mindsets for Transformative Action
Implications of different mindsets for individuals, groups, and sustainability. Applying mindsets to learning, leadership, and personal fulfillment. Available for master's program graduate credit as EDSU 740. Available for doctoral credit for the Ed.D. in Educational Sustainability as EDSU 940.
EDSU 790/990 Special Topics in Educational Sustainability*
Subtitle will designate area of course focus. May repeat with different subtitles. Can substitute EDSU 990 for 3 credit hours of EDSU 920.
*Not repeatable with the same topic at the 700 or 900 level, repeatable with different special topics.
EDSU 996 Independent Study (in any strand)
Planned study to supplement preparation in area of specialization; regular conferences with staff supervisor. Prerequisites: admission into the Ed.D. program. 1-3 credits.
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