This inaugural edition of Sustainable Development Without Borders captures the rich insights and expertise shared across 17 Thought Leadership Events held between November 2022 and November 2023. This activity is aligned with SDG 2-Zero Hunger, SDG 4-Good Health and Well-Being, SDG 5-Gender Equality, SDG 6-Clean Water and Sanitation, SDG 7-Affordable and Clean Energy, SDG 8-Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 9-Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, SDG 10-Reduced Inequalities, SDG 11-Sustainable Cities and Communities, SDG 12-Responsible Consumption and Production, SDG 13-Climate Action, SDG 14-Life Below Water, SDG 15-Life On Land, SDG 16-Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, and SDG 17-Partnerships for the Goals.
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After reading this book, the learner will be able to:
Describe the UN-led “Race to Zero for Colleges and Universities
Explain how green areas can lead to urban cooling
State how indiginous people can contribute to wildfire prevention
Apply the circular economy to address sustainability challenges, focusing on organic waste and peri-urban futures
Explain why waterway protection is needed
Describe what bolsters and hinders recruitment and retention in the disability sector
Articulate why fluidity and freedom in gender identity and expression, is needed in advocating for respect and inclusivity to foster a more equitable society
Describe the history of 512 German civilians of Persia, today’s Iran, the imprisoned inhabitants of Australian World War Two confinement centers
Explain how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is used as a weapon with Autonomous Technology (AT) in armed conflict
Explain how an “impact agenda” broadens the pursuit of excellence around the world
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Graduate School
Professional
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Understanding foundational needs on a global level would prove useful.
Knowledge of national and global research would be a plus.
Basic computer skills.
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Thought-provoking ideas are offered that support further consideration, with a potentially new perspective on the content.
The content is accurate and valid.
The content applies to Western University in Sydney, Australia, and is current.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
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Each text segment is well developed and promotes understanding of the topics under review.
The text supports conceptual understanding and student learning with challenging content and various connected concerns.
The resource uses images and text.
The resource is innovative. It engages the learner by presenting harmful environmental situations and offering solutions.
Includes Inclusivity, diversity, equity, accessibility (IDEA) Statement.
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All aspects of this content are easy to access.
Software navigation is not a problem, and the content has a clear and consistent layout.
The table of contents is clear, and the text is selectable.
No split cells in tables.
Visually appealing.
Overall, the usability of this learning material is very high.
Includes Inclusivity, diversity, equity, accessibility (IDEA) Statement.
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