Digital course: Zero Emissions Universities LATAM
In the global fight against climate change, universities have a key role to play. Their commitment to sustainability and, in particular, to achieving a zero carbon campus, not only contributes significantly to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions but also sets an inspiring model for other institutions and society in general. In partnership with the National Autonomous University of Mexico and the CEELA Team, UNESCO IESALC promotes the free digital course Zero Emissions Universities LATAM. This 20-hour digital training offers university professionals the opportunity to learn and share valuable knowledge on how to transform their institutions into sustainable and emission-free […]
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women – 25 November
On 25 November 1960, the Mirabal sisters were brutally assassinated because of their identity as women and activists. Their only crime was having fought for their rights against the Dominican dictator, Rafael Trujillo (1930-1961). In 1993, the United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution 48/104 for the Elimination of Violence Against Women which defines this type of violence as “any act of gender-based violence that results in, or is likely to result in, physical, sexual, or psychological harm or suffering to women, including threats of such acts, coercion or arbitrary deprivation of liberty, whether occurring in public or in private life.” Consequently, to solidify this […]
Workshop: Flipped learning o aula invertida en la educación superior
Flipped learning is a pedagogical approach that has become popular in recent years in higher education and involves a reversal of the traditional classroom teaching model. In a flipped classroom, students study theoretical content before class, usually through videos, lectures or other digital resources, while classroom time is used for practical application of the concepts learned. The role of the teacher changes from being the main transmitter of information to being a guide and facilitator of learning. What will you learn? Strategies for applying Flipped Learning in higher education. Resources and tools to redesign your classes. Practical tips for maximising […]
Seminar ‘Keys to e-learning: active learning and ICT integration’
Virtual Training has become a very valuable tool for education and learning. It is based on active learning, ICT integration, appropriate instructional design, effective communication and regular assessment and feedback. It promotes students' skills of searching, analysing and synthesising information, as well as active adaptation to problem solving. This workshop will provide you with the keys to foster active learning and integrate ICT tools to make your teaching experience interactive and effective. Discover how to take advantage of the digital environment to better connect with your students. What will you learn? Keys to e-learning Active learning: opportunities for improvement. Innovative […]
International Day of Persons with Disabilities – 3 December
United in action to rescue and achieve the SDGs for, with and by persons with disabilities Given the multiple crises we are facing today, the world is not on track to reach numerous Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targets by 2030. Preliminary findings from the forthcoming UN Disability and Development Report 2023 indicate that the world is even more off-track in meeting several SDGs for persons with disabilities. Our efforts to rescue the SDGs for, with, and by persons with disabilities, need to be intensified and accelerated, given that persons with disabilities have historically been marginalized and have often been among those left […]
Human Rights Day – 10 December
Human Rights Day is observed every year on 10 December – the day on which the United Nations General Assembly adopted, in 1948, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights empowers us all. The principles enshrined in the Declaration are as relevant today as they were in 1948. We need to stand up for our own rights and those of others. We can take action in our own daily lives, to uphold the rights that protect us all and thereby promote the kinship of all human beings. In December 1948, UNESCO was the first United […]
International Migrants Day – 18 December
2023 Theme: Act Today On International Migrants Day (18 December 2023), we reflect on and celebrate the contributions of millions of migrants worldwide. People on the move are powerful drivers for development in both their origin and destination countries, as workers, students, entrepreneurs, family members, artists, and much more. Migrants often maintain strong connections to their home countries while embracing their new communities, where they bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and skill. If managed well, mobility can be a cornerstone of sustainable development, prosperity and progress. Unlocking migration’s potential is key to accelerating efforts to meet the significant challenges […]