Global education monitoring report, 2021, Central and Eastern Europe, Caucasusand Central Asia: inclusion and education: all means all

Main Concepts:

• Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) aims to integrate sustainability into education to build knowledge, skills, and values necessary for creating a sustainable world.

• It emphasizes incorporating sustainability into all levels of education to address global challenges such as climate change, resource management, and inequality.

Practices and Strategies:

• ESD should encompass environmental, economic, and social dimensions by focusing on practical learning and developing relevant skills.

• Promotes community-based learning and public engagement to foster understanding and responses to sustainability issues.

Implementation Approaches:

• Integrating ESD into curricula by designing educational programs and activities related to sustainability.

• Supporting professional development for teachers and education staff to effectively use ESD approaches.

• Creating networks and involving various organizations to promote and support ESD.

Case Studies and Examples:

• The document provides case studies and examples from various countries that have integrated ESD into their education systems and the outcomes achieved.

• Highlights successful implementations at different levels, including policy integration, school practices, and community awareness.

Recommendations:

• Foster international cooperation to develop effective ESD strategies and approaches.

• Create high-quality resources and tools for education and training.

• Promote research and evaluation to improve and advance ESD practices.