The YSU Pedagogy and Education Development Center hosted an awareness session focusing on the Erasmus+ T4GREEN project, current challenges in green education and the upcoming COP17 global environmental summit in Armenia.
The session was led by Associate Professor L. Hayrapetyan, Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences. Participants included students enrolled in three-month teacher certification courses comprising modules equivalent to 30 credits in pedagogy and psychology. The students are preparing to pursue careers in general education.
During the session, Hayrapetyan emphasized the importance of fostering environmental awareness and instilling the values of sustainable development in future teachers as part of their professional preparation.
The discussion covered conceptual approaches to green education within the framework of the T4GREEN project, ways to develop future teachers' green skills and practical methods for integrating these competencies into educational programs.
Particular attention was paid to the upcoming COP17 conference in Armenia, its significance and the opportunities it presents. The discussion also highlighted the role of education in addressing environmental challenges and promoting the principles of sustainable development.
The session featured active discussions, with future teachers expressing appreciation for the information presented, asking questions and emphasizing the importance of applying green teaching principles in general education schools.
Such initiatives help raise environmental awareness and develop the professional competencies of future teachers, encouraging the integration of green education principles into the teaching and learning process.
