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Original language
English
Original title of the resource
A comparative study on green wall construction systems, case study: South valley campus of AASTMT
English translation of the title
Organization
ScienceDirect
Year of the publication
2022
Keyword
Green Transition
Keyword
(Vocational) education for sustainable development
Keyword
SDG 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
Format
Scientific paper
Vocational/professional sector
 
Sector
Construction and Building Trades
What is the resource about?
The paper reviews how sustainability principles are being integrated into construction education worldwide. It highlights the growing need for green construction practices and explores strategies for embedding these principles into curricula for future builders and engineers. The study identifies gaps and opportunities, such as life-cycle thinking, resource efficiency, and practical application of sustainable materials.
What is the resource about? (in English)
Why is the resource useful for VET actors?
For vocational schools in the construction sector, this resource is highly relevant. It offers insights into how training can evolve to meet sustainability goals, including hands-on approaches and curriculum redesign. Teachers can use it to understand global trends, adopt best practices, and prepare learners for green jobs in construction—skills that are increasingly demanded by industry and aligned with the European Green Deal.
Why is the resource useful for VET actors? (in English)
Link
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214509521003235