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Sport for Sustainable Development: Designing Effective Policies and Programmes

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Brief Introduction

Explore the ways in which sports can actively contribute to the advancements of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Course Summary

In this course, you will explore the role of sports in sustainable development and learn about the various ways sports can contribute to a more sustainable future. You will also examine case studies and practical examples of how sports organizations have successfully implemented sustainable development practices.

Key Learning Points

Understand the relationship between sports and sustainable development
Learn about sustainable development practices in sports organizations
Explore case studies and practical examples of sustainable sports initiatives

Learning Outcomes

Understand the relationship between sports and sustainable development
Identify sustainable development practices in sports organizations
Analyze case studies and practical examples of sustainable sports initiatives

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic understanding of sustainable development
Interest in sports and environmental sustainability

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online self-paced course
Video lectures and case studies
Weekly assessments and quizzes
Discussion forums

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Notable People in This Field

Allen Hershkowitz
Kirsten Lundberg

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Requirements

This course is for anyone interested in how sport can be used in development. This includes government officials, intergovernmental officers, sport organisations, public policy experts, private sector professionals, and civil society.

Knowledge

Setting the scene: Sport, development and changeCreating change: Policy, strategy, and governanceMaking it happen, making it work, measuring impactMobilising people, partners, and resources

Summary of User Reviews

Discover how sport can contribute to a sustainable future in this engaging course. Students rave about the course's comprehensive approach to the topic, which includes discussion of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. One key aspect that many users thought was good is the course's emphasis on practical strategies for implementing sustainable development in the sports industry.