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Learning Live at COP26 – Sustainability Course – FutureLearn

Explore global issues during COP26 and be part of the call for collective action What on Earth could be more important Live at COP26 The 26th UN Climate Change Conference COP26 is being held in Glasgow Scotland between 31st October and 12th November 2021 It will bring together heads of state climate experts and campaigners to agree and accelerate coordinated global action on climate change Be part of the action at COP26 This two-week course which runs in parallel with the COP26 conference offers you an opportunity to examine what COP26 is why its important and reflect on how you can add your voice to the call for collective action for a sustainable future Youll explore the broader context of COP26 and consider other key frameworks such as COP15 The UN Convention on Biological Diversity and the UN Sustainable Development Goals Throughout the course we will share live insights into the issues being discussed at COP26 as well as responses to the conference themes from children and young people community groups and ministerial bodies both nationally and internationally Using these starting points we will invite you to reflect on what you have heard watched and read and think about what these conversations and issues mean to you We will provide opportunities for discussion and reflection and will share ideas and inspiration to help us all take our next steps beyond the Conference Join us and collaborate for a sustainable future There has never been a more urgent need for the world to work together and take collaborative action to secure a sustainable future for people and planet Join us and become part of our shared learning community where everyone course team included is encouraged to reflect share and learn with and from one another during COP26 You may also be interested in our 5-week Learning for a Sustainable Future course COP26 Setting the Scene Sharing Thinking Working Collaboratively Moving to Action Futures thinking Investigate the broader context of COP26 and consider other associated frameworks such as COP15 The UN Convention on Biological Diversity and the UN Sustainable Development Goals Consider local national and global perspectives on COP26 through a range of responses to the core themes of the Conference Reflect on the work of educators and communities in Scotland who have been engaged in COP26 focused activities Explore a range of artistic and creative responses that offer engaging and alternative ways into the complex themes of COP26 Share ideas and inspiration as to how individuals communities and organisations can take collaborative action for a sustainable future

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