Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

English

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Define and explain the concepts of sustainable, democratic, and citizenship education

• Identify and analyze barriers to sustainable education

• Reflect on their own role as participants in education and society in relation to equity, sustainability, and democracy

• Discuss relevant policies that support or hinder sustainable education (e.g., evaluate international and national inclusive education policies).

• Apply theoretical perspectives on sustainable education to real-world scenarios

• Collaborate on a group presentation that integrates theory and practice.

Contents

This interactive micro-course will introduce students to the fundamentals of principles and practices of sustainable education with a focus on active citizenship and democratic participation. Students will learn about main concepts within sustainable, democratic, and citizenship education. They will explore how to identify, analyze, and overcome barriers to sustainable education based on real-world case studies. Students will be sensitized to policies and practices within sustainable education and be encouraged to reflect critically on their own practices and values within educational contexts, either as participants in learning communities, or as educators working at different educational levels.

Teaching and learning methods

The course is delivered digitally, combining 1.5 hours of synchronous online meetings with self-studies supported with different learning materials (online lectures/videos, podcasts, syllabus for reading). At the end of week 4, students will be asked to submit a group reflection on contents in the materials provided for each week as a recorded conversation (e.g. recorded in zoom).

Examination requirements

70% attendance in online meetings is required for taking the final course exam.

Examinations

Group Digital Poster Presentation.

Student evaluation

The person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.

Offered as a free-standing course

Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.

Admission Requirement if given as a free-standing course

The course is open for students who are training to become teachers and students who are studying education in courses that do not in themselves lead to qualified teacher status.
Last updated from FS (Felles studentsystem) Oct. 15, 2026 3:19:22 PM