This video introduces educators to designing an interdisciplinary project-based curriculum centered on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Gerry Docherty outlines practical strategies to integrate SDGs across subjects while fostering real-world problem-solving skills. Discover how to align these goals with educational standards, create engaging, meaningful projects, and inspire students to tackle global challenges like climate change, poverty, and inequality. Prepare to empower students with critical skills for a sustainable future.

This video delves into interdisciplinary learning, explaining its definition, benefits, and transformative impact. It connects this approach to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), illustrating practical examples like Climate Action and Responsible Consumption. Learn how to select SDG themes, map curriculum standards, design integrated units, and assess student learning holistically. Empower students with critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving skills for future challenges.

This video introduces Project-Based Learning (PBL), a dynamic teaching method where students collaboratively solve real-world problems through engaging projects. Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), PBL fosters inquiry, creativity, and critical thinking, equipping students with skills for the 21st century.

Participants will also learn how to use the SDG Project Builder, a cutting-edge, AI-driven tool, to design impactful interdisciplinary projects. The SDG Project Builder simplifies the process by offering tailored ideas, curated resources, and customizable templates, ensuring projects are both practical and meaningful

This video explores the essential steps to build and manage interdisciplinary teacher teams for successful SDG-centered project-based learning. Learn how to form diverse teams, foster collaboration, assign roles, and create a positive team culture. Gain practical strategies for scheduling, using collaborative tools, and staying flexible to ensure smooth coordination across subjects. Elevate your interdisciplinary projects with these actionable tips and insights.


 

This video explores strategies for assessing interdisciplinary projects, emphasizing the integration of subject-specific knowledge and interdisciplinary competencies like collaboration, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Learn to design rubrics, balance formative and summative assessments, implement peer and self-assessment, and reflect on project outcomes for curriculum improvement. Packed with practical tips, this guide ensures meaningful evaluation and continuous enhancement of your interdisciplinary teaching approach.

This module delves into the common challenges teachers face when implementing interdisciplinary teaching within a project-based learning framework. Discover practical strategies to overcome hurdles like time constraints, curriculum alignment, collaboration barriers, and resource limitations. Learn how to scaffold student learning, map curriculum standards, and foster a supportive classroom environment to create meaningful, real-world projects, such as those aligned with Sustainable Development Goals. Perfect for educators seeking impactful, cross-curricular approaches!

The final video reviews key strategies for designing an interdisciplinary curriculum centered on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Learn how to integrate project-based learning, foster collaboration, and reflect on teaching practices. Whether you're a teacher starting small or a school leader fostering teamwork, this course provides tools to inspire transformative education that connects classroom learning to real-world challenges.