4 R1.T2 – Module 1: Climate Change and Sustainable Development INTRODUCTION In this module you will learn about climate change and its effects on our planet. You will learn about the impact that climate change has had on our environment, society and economy, and the knock-on effects climate change has on our health and well-being. You will learn about how young people have begun to fight back against the lack of climate action, and how young people can use their powerful voice to promote and encourage climate action in their area and beyond. By using this module, learners will gain the skills to understand and act against climate change, as well as understand how the circular economy and green politics have a positive impact on making our world more sustainable. Learners will understand how environmental activism just as important as social activism is, and how the two can interact to make our future more sustainable. Moreover, Sustainability is the key to a better future by the adoption of certain measures that must start being applied now. Ignoring sustainability could lead to the exhaustion of natural resources and thus, to the extinction of life as we know it now. This is why, being educated in the field of sustainability is essential, not only for environmental science majors but for you and everyone to know what measures to take and to be more conscious and aware of the seriousness of the problem. Learning Outcomes: Knowledge After the completion of this module, you will: ü Be aware of the meaning and consequences of climate change ü Be aware of how global warming has evolved during the last few years ü Identify those actions that can be taken to counteract specific challenges posed by climate change ü Be aware of the meaning of sustainable development and its advantages ü Be familiar with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and the main actions to fulfil them ü Describe the role of circular economy Skills After the completion of this module, you will be able to: ü Be able to use available tools and apps for tracking climate actions Competences After the completion of this module, you will be competent to: ü Be competent to develop a global vision about sustainable development and climate change ü Be competent to develop a responsible attitude also inspiring their peers
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