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Original language
English
Original title of the resource
A new green learning agenda: Approaches to quality education for climate action
English translation of the title
A new green learning agenda: Approaches to quality education for climate action
Organization
Brookings
Year of the publication
2021
Keyword
Whole Institution Approach / Whole School Approach
Keyword
Green Transition
Keyword
SDG 5: Gender equality
Format
Scientific paper
Vocational/professional sector
 
Sector
Not specified
What is the resource about?
This article outlines a framework for integrating green skills into education to support climate action. It emphasizes the importance of gender equality and justice-oriented climate change education to achieve a just transition to a green economy
What is the resource about? (in English)
Why is the resource useful for VET actors?
This paper offers a heuristic for countries to identify optimal entry points for aligning their education systems with climate action and fostering a green, feminist transformation. It also presents the evidence and rationale supporting these actions and specific recommendations to pursue this agenda. Conceptually, the paper seeks to guide decision-makers in understanding that education reform is just the beginning; they should also explore ways to fundamentally transform the current education system.
Why is the resource useful for VET actors? (in English)
Link
https://www.brookings.edu/articles/a-new-green-learning-agenda-approaches-to-quality-education-for-climate-action/