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Unsung Climate Hero (OPEN UNI)
Acting in an environmentally friendly way is important, but it is not always easy. This University of Oulu’s online course approaches the theme from a practical perspective; the central task of the course is the student’s very own climate project. This practical work is supported by the course’s theory, which delves into measuring climate impact and impactful action.
Hard action alone does not get you far if it diminishes your well-being. For this reason, we discover how emotions affect actions, the psychology of behavior change and the social dimension of action. We also reflect on what a happy and a sustainable life means in today’s world. This online course can be completed at your own pace.
This course is a part of Sustainable Development Study Module. You can study single courses or complete a study module.
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Acting in an environmentally friendly way is important, but it is not always easy. This University of Oulu’s online course approaches the theme from a practical perspective; the central task of the course is the student’s very own climate project. This practical work is supported by the course’s theory, which delves into measuring climate impact and impactful action. Hard action alone does not get you far if it diminishes your well-being. For this reason, we discover how emotions affect actions, the psychology of behavior change and the social dimension of action. We also reflect on what a happy and a sustainable life means in today’s world. This online course can be completed at your own pace.
The central contents:
* impactful climate action and measuring it
* the psychology of behavior change
* emotional implications caused by action and the social aspects of action
* a sustainable and healthy life
The theoretical base of the course is based on research data on climate emotions and climate interactions. Its contents are related to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals: 3) “Good Health and Well-being” and 13) “Climate Action”.