In this episode of Education for Climate Talks, host Petra Moreno welcomes Jelle Boeve-de Pauw, associate professor of science education at Utrecht University.
Jelle shares his journey from biology into sustainability education, offering insights into how education systems and educators shape the development of green careers. The conversation highlights the importance of both top-down curriculum design and bottom-up classroom practice in fostering meaningful learning experiences.
Emphasising action-oriented learning, Jelle explains how hands-on and participatory approaches are key to building environmental and citizenship competences. He also discusses his involvement in the Horizon IMPACT project, which focuses on developing tools to assess learning outcomes in sustainability education.
Listeners are introduced to key takeaways for building impactful green careers, including:
- Action-oriented learning: engaging learners through practical and participatory approaches
- Education systems and impact: balancing curriculum design with classroom innovation
- Building meaningful careers: connecting with values, communities, and diverse perspectives
Jelle concludes with advice for young professionals: connect with your values, find supportive communities, and engage with diverse perspectives to build meaningful green careers.
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