COURSE UNIT TITLE

: SUSTAINABILITY AWARENESS

Description of Individual Course Units

Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type Of Course D U L ECTS
ELECTIVE

Offered By

Faculty Of Business

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

MELTEM KOLDAY

Offered to

Economics
International Business and Trade
International Relations
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
International Trade and Business (English)
Tourism Management

Course Objective

The aim of the course is to create awareness about sustainability, teach UN Sustainable Development Goals, provide an understanding of the global terms of social equality, circular economy,environment, climate and sustainable consumption.the course also aims to emphasize the significance of individual actions in promoting long-term transformation, examine regional, national and global instution's context-appropriate solutions for sustainability, and create an experiential learning environment where theoratical knowledge is translated into practical applications through in-class projects.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1   It is expected that students will reach a level of awareness where they can apply sustainability principles in both their individual and professional lives by learning about the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
2   In regard to social equality, students are expected to incorporate sustainability awareness into their personal and professional decision-making processes by understanding the impact of factors such as urban design, transportation and the environment.
3   Students are expected to anticipate to possess cognitive competence in understanding the concept and functioning of a circular economy and take necessary measures and steps for the continuity of the world.
4   Regarding the climate crisis, water consumption, conservation of water resources, renewable energy sources and waste management, it is expected that students will have a conscious and active undertanding of fundamental sustainability issues, allowing them to participate in action plans.
5   Through interactive meetings with local, regional,and global company managers engaged in sustainability-related problem-solving and solution offering, students are expected to grasp how change is achievable through role models leading sustainability efforts.
6   Students are required to work in groups to prepare and present a project demonstrating sustainability principles, encompassing at least one of the sustainability objectives.

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Week Subject Description
1 Introduction to sustainable planet
2 Exploring the UN SDGs (1-5)
3 Exploring the UN SDGs (6-11)
4 Exploring the UN SDGs (11-17)
5 Social Equity
6 Sustainability and the circular economy
7 The Environment
8 Leadership for action
9 Guest speaker
10 Guest speaker
11 Guest speaker
12 Evaluating problems and sustainable solutions project / student presentations
13 Student presentations
14 student presentations

Recomended or Required Reading

Articles
UN open sources
Guest speakers
Documentaries
Presentations
Case Studies

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1.Lecture delivery
2.Group work
3.Presentations
4.Case Analysis
5.Homework

Assessment Methods

To be announced!


Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

Students will understand what sustainability is, what the principles of sustainability are, and they will develop and present a project that offers a solution to a problem by practically applying the theoratical knowledge they have learned.The following rubric will be used for evaluating the project presentation.

Criteria 1.Content (20 points)

1.1 project overview (10p.)
Excellent (10p); clear and concise introduction providing a comprehensive overview of the sustainability project including its goals, objectives and relevance.
Good (7-9p.); adequate introduction with some information on the project goals and objectives.
Needs improvement (3-6p); introduction lacks clarity or is missing essential project details.

1.2.social and economic considerations
Excellent (10p.)insightful discussion of the social and economic aspects of the project considering community engagement, equity and economic feasibility.
Good (7-9p.) some considerations of social and economic factors but may lack depth or specificity.
Needs improvement (3-6) limited or unclear discussion of social and economic considerations.

Criteria 2. Presentation Skills (60p)

2.1.Clarity and organization of the topic (10p.)
2.2.Visual aids (10p.)
2.3.Verbal delivery (10p)
2.4.Timing (10p)
2.5.Dress code (5p.)
2.6.Body language (5p)
2.7 Note cards (10p.)

Criteria 3.Integration of Sustainability Concepts (20p.)

Excellent (20p) demonstrates a strong understanding of sustainability concepts and effectively applies them to the project.
Good (15-19 p.) shows understanding of sustainability concepts,but application is inconsistent.
Needs improvement ( 10-14p.) limited or unclear application of sustainability concepts.







Language of Instruction

English

Course Policies and Rules

A minimum attendance rate of 70% is required for all students.
Plagiarism and sharing of unauthorized use of information is a disciplinary offense.
The instructor is permitted to administer pop quizzes without prior notification and include their scores in the final assement.
In group activities, rules are collectively established with students within the classroom.Students who do not actively participate in group activities will not be eligible to take the final presentation and will be required to retake the course.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

meltem.kolday@deu.edu.tr
mkolday@yahoo.com

Office Hours

wednesdays 11.30-13.00

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Activities Number Time (hours) Total Work Load (hours)
Lectures 14 2 28
Preparations before/after weekly lectures 14 2 28
Preparing assignments 1 9 9
Preparing presentations 1 9 9
Web Search and Library Research 1 6 6
Project Assignment 1 2 2
Project Final Presentation 1 4 4
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) 86

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

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LO.154
LO.25354
LO.333554
LO.45444
LO.5555
LO.6554