Published October 21, 2011
by iris_author
Sustainability Education Symposium
The Sustainability Education Symposium is a one day event exploring new approaches to incorporate sustainability into teaching and research. It provides a platform to connect researchers, educators, and students who have an interest in sustainability.
Where: Hart House Music Room, University of Toronto
When: October 27th, 9:30 - 16:00
Timetable
| 9:30 | Reception |
| 10:00 | Keynote Speech by Dr. Karel Mulder |
| 11:00 | Workshop I - Challenges |
| 12:00 | Lunch |
| 13:00 | Workshop II - Solutions |
| 14:30 | Presentation |
| 15:30 | Dissolution |
The Speaker
Dr. Karel Mulder is a Professor at the Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands and a world leader in Engineering Education for Sustainable Development (EESD).
Since 1998, Dr. Mulder has been the project leader of the project Education for Sustainble Development. He is the initiator of the series of Engineering Education in Sustainable Development Conferences that take place biannually since 2002.
Dr. Mulder lectured at various universities abroad and cooperates with several Sustainable Development units at universities throughout Europe.
The Workshops
The workshop gives participants an opportunity to discuss their individual challenges and interests in a small group setting. After a networking lunch, a second facilitated session will focus on developing concrete ideas to implement in research projects and course curricula.
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