Introduction

This module focuses on staff continuous training and personal development in vocational education and training (VET) institutions with a specific emphasis on environmental awareness and sustainability. The primary objectives include increasing environmental consciousness among VET staff and learners, fostering the integration of environmental sustainability principles into teaching and training, developing transferable green skills, staying updated on emerging trends, and creating a culture of sustainability. The module also emphasizes the importance of networking and knowledge sharing to empower VET staff and institutions to contribute to a resource-efficient and sustainable society.

As the global community faces the urgent challenges of climate change, it is essential to integrate environmental sustainability into all aspects of education. Vocational schools play a critical role in preparing students for the workforce, and it is imperative that they incorporate climate change awareness and sustainable practices into their curriculum. This teaching material aims to guide vocational school educators in enhancing their teaching methods and content to address climate change. Creating a structured and effective program for staff continuous training and personal development in the context of environmental education is essential for keeping teachers and trainers up-to-date and ensuring they can equip students with relevant skills and knowledge.

Objectives

This module is designed to provide with knowledge and skills to make VET organizations greener and more sustainable. The green VET Learning Objectives covered in this module are:

• Increase awareness and understanding of environmental sustainability concepts and practices among VET staff members.
• Enhance the capacity of VET staff members to integrate environmental sustainability principles into their teaching and training methodologies.
• Foster the development of transferable green skills among VET staff members to effectively prepare vocational learners for the demands of a sustainable economy.
• Support VET staff members in staying updated with emerging trends, policies, and technologies related to environmental sustainability in vocational education and training.
• Foster a sense of ownership and commitment among VET staff members towards promoting environmental sustainability and green culture within their institutions and beyond.
• Facilitate networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities among VET staff members to exchange best practices and innovative approaches for integrating environmental sustainability into their work.
• Share educational best practices and inspire and support the implementation of sustainable processes.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this module, you will:

• Ability to identify and apply pedagogical approaches and methodologies that promote environmental sustainability in VET teaching and training.
• Developed transferable green skills, including critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration, to effectively address sustainability challenges in vocational education.
• Proficiency in implementing sustainable governance practices within VET institutions, including strategic planning, policy development, and performance measurement.
• Competence in integrating sustainability best practices into curriculum development, learning materials, assessment methods, and evaluation processes.
• Demonstrated commitment and leadership in promoting environmental sustainability within their organizations and fostering a culture of sustainability among colleagues and vocational learners.
• Engaged in ongoing professional development and networking activities to continuously enhance knowledge and skills related to environmental sustainability in VET.

Advocacy

The goal of this module is to equip VET (Vocational Education and Training) organizations and their staff with the know-how and abilities required to develop an environment that is greener and more sustainable for learning. This module's goals center on fostering an environment of environmental sustainability within VET schools and giving staff members the resources, they need to incorporate green practices into their administrative and teaching procedures.