Course Description:
Using the United Nation’s framework of sustainable development goals, students will be able to define a range of current issues that are negatively impacting the world today, and then identify positive actions that can be taken to reduce or eliminate harmful effects. Students will gain a deeper understanding of options for dealing with waste materials, being responsible consumers, using natural resources wisely, and planning for the future.
Format:
The course is designed to be delivered in a communicative, student-centered manner where the instructor acts as facilitator while students take on responsibility for their own learning.
Course Goals/Outcomes:
- Students will acquire increased proficiency in each of the four core areas (speaking, listening, reading and writing) of English.
- Students will expand their vocabulary as they explore a range of topics associated with sustainability.
- Students will work to improve their fluency and accuracy in both written and oral communication.
- Students will acquire information that will help them to be responsible stewards of the planet.
Materials and Texts:
All required materials will be provided.
Evaluation:
| Assessment Pieces | % |
| Specified Assignments | 20% |
| Vocabulary Paragraph | 20% |
| SDG Collage Group Project | 50% |
| Attendance and Participation | 10% |
Attendance:
Attendance is compulsory and if you can not attend class due to illness or any other reason, please contact the ITC office at globaltraining@tru.ca or +1 250.377.6103