Criteria for ESD
KNOWLEDGE
Sustainable Development
Sustainability Challenge
Impact of Human Activity on the Socio-ecological System
Population Growth
Sustainable Development Concepts
Definitions
Frameworks
Economy
Economic Development & Policy
Globalisation & Global Economic Systems
Poverty Reduction
Market Economy
Financing Sustainable Development
Consumer Behaviour & Consumption Patterns
Corporate Responsibility
Design & Manufacturing
Multinational Corporations
Triple Bottom Line
Environment
Natural Science
Laws of Nature
Science, Technology, & Applied Science
Integrated Science
Global Ecological Systems (Oceans & Atmosphere, Biosphere, Terrestrial & Aquatic Ecosystems)
Climate Change
Causes
Effects
Natural Heritage & Resources
Air & Water Quality
Renewable Energy
Biodiversity
Resources & Conservation
Ecosystem Protection & Restoration
Deforestation
Pollution
Land & Water Management
Sustainable Urbanization
Rural Development
Traffic, Transport, & Infrastructure
Agriculture & Food Production
Fresh Water
Solid, Hazardous Waste, & Sewage
Environmentally friendly Living
Ethics of Sustainable Living
Composting Recycling Carbon Footprint Energy Use
Society
Social Science & Humanities
Ethics & Philosophy
World Culture & History
Historical Context
Language (World Language Proficiency)
Geography & Demographics
Epistemology
Human Rights
Human Rights Principles
Socio-Economic Justice & Equity
Equality & Discrimination
Disenfranchised & Underrepresented Minorities
Human Security
Human Settlement
Disaster Mitigation
Nationalism
Peace & Conflict
Health
HIV/AIDS
Disease Control & Prevention
Quality of Life & Well-being
Governance
Civil Societies
Democracy
International Law & Treaties
International Organisations & Cooperation
Power & Governance
SKILLS
Cognitive Thsinking Skills
Strategic Thinking
Systems Thinking
Critical Thinking
Independent Thinking
Creative Thinking
Interdisciplinary Thinking
Future Thinking
Inquiry & Investigation
Viewing Issues from Multiple Perspectives
Viewing Issues from Local & Global Perspectives
Understanding Interdependence & Interconnectedness of Issues
Practical & Functional Skills
Technical & Quantitative Skills Data Literacy
Computational Skills & Numeracy
Technological Literacy
Process Skills
Planning & Organisation
Implementation
Evaluation Problem Solving
Risk Analysis Decision Making
Backcasting Research
Information Analysis, including Media Literacy
Interpersonal Skills
Communication Skills
Discussion, Debate, & Conversation
Negotiations Oral & Written Communication
Active Listening Skills Shared Language
Managing Self
Reflection
Motivation of Self
Participatory Skills
Self-Directed Learning
Flexibility & Adaptability
Managing Others
Teamwork
Empower People
Motivation of Others
Leadership Skills
Collaboration & Cooperation
Capacity Building & Partnership
Conflict Resolution
Managing Situations
Managing Complexity
Managing Change
Managing Uncertainty
Attitudes
Self
Self-Awareness
Self-Esteem
Self-Reliance
Self-Control
Resilience
Resourcefulness
Integrity
Courage
Curiosity
Open-Mindedness
Engagement
Lifelong Learning
Responsibility & Accountability
Empathy
Inspiration & Optimism
Values Driven
Stewardship
Holistic Viewpoint
People & Planet
International Mindedness
Culture of Non-Violence & Peace
Tolerance & Respect for Diversity
Commitment to Justice, Equality, & Equity
Commitment to Human Rights
Commitment to Participation
Human Solidarity
Understanding, Compassion & Love for Humanity
Intergenerational Responsibility
Concern for Environment & Nature