Learning for sustainability – Scottish Government internship opportunity!
The Scottish Government/SGSSS PhD internship scheme, is now open/live. This includes a Learning for Sustainability internship. This internship project is a great opportunity for a candidate interested in Learning for Sustainability (LfS) in Scotland, related topics such as global citizenship, sustainable development education and outdoor learning, and/or educational attainment and [...]
Sign up for free Dirt is Good resources to support sustainable development goals
Looking for free resources that support students aged 7-14 to plan and deliver a social or environmental project in their school? The #DirtIsGoodProject offers a free library of resources to support you in guiding students through the process of planning and delivering their very own social action project, in line [...]
Nature Education for Sustainability – IUCN ECWG Webinar
Following the launch of the refreshed LfS Action Plan in Scotland, watch this IUCN UK Education and Communication Working Group webinar: Nature Education for Sustainability webinar. This page also shares useful links.
Hayward review published
The Scottish Government has announced (22 June 2023) the publication of this major report on qualifications and assessment in Scotland. This includes the creation of a Scottish Diploma of Achievement (SDA), awarded to school leavers when achievements are recognised in each of three elements. The Programmes of Learning element would [...]
Scotland’s Learning for Sustainability Action Plan is now live!
A refreshed action plan placing sustainability at the centre of the Scottish education system has been launched – including an ambitious commitment to ensure that every school and early learning setting will be sustainable by 2030. This includes a new commitment to take further steps to support Outdoor Learning. Find [...]
Sustainability and Climate Education: Creating the Foundations for Effective Improvement report
This 2022 report was led by a collaboration between Leeds Trinity University and the Teacher Development Trust, with input from educators and other sectors. It explores how we can create the foundations for effective and high-quality sustainability and climate change education. Both a full report and summary report are available [...]
Global citizenship resources
Download this set of Stride free topic planners on climate change, energy, water and primary Maths as well as a framework to support planning of any topic through the lens of Global Citizenship.
Learning for Sustainability and the National Outcomes for Scotland – have your say by 12 June
What kind of Scotland do you want to see? The Scottish Government wants to hear from people and communities across Scotland about whether the current National Performance Framework – and the National Outcomes it contains – continues to reflect the kind of Scotland we want to see. Read more about [...]
