Learning Goals: Knowledge - Comprehending how circular economy principles are put into practice in real-life scenarios.
- Knowledge of effective approaches, initiatives, and strategies in the field of circular economy.
- Problem-solving abilities and a deeper understanding of diverse perspectives. Personal and professional growth.
Skills - Analytical skills to critically examine and understand case studies.
- Communication skills, problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and adaptability in reaching shared objectives through different perspectives in a harmonious manner.
- Critical thinking skills for evaluating circular economy practices.
- Presentation and communication skills for sharing discoveries and ideas.
Responsibilities - Implementation of acquired knowledge to promote circular economy principles in their everyday life and their work.
- Participants should adopt the aspect of continuous learning in the field of circular economy.
- Sharing the knowledge and experience acquired with colleagues and peers, inspiring them to adopt similar approaches.
- A growing recognition and awareness of the importance of adopting circular economy principles.
- Improved skills in collaborating with others.
- Enhanced analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Improved presentation and communication skills.
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Content / Methodology/Evaluation | Procedure: - Introduce the activity that follows and the materials they have at their disposal. Then explain the meaning of a case study and what the benefits are.
- Divide the participants into small groups, ensuring the diversity of each group with a mix of backgrounds and perspectives.
- Provide each group with the chosen case study, related to successful circular economy initiatives. The case study shows a real-world example of the effective implementation of the circular economy.
- Instruct each group to analyze the case study, and identify key strategies, methods, and practices adopted for the successful circular economy project. Ask them to identify any actions similar to what they have seen or heard in their lives. Emphasize the significance of grasping the reasons behind these tactics.
- Each group should prepare a presentation of their findings, summarizing the methods, the needs, the benefits, and all their findings from the case study. Encourage creativity in presentation by using slides or graphs, to keep the audience engaged.
- Each group presents its findings to the rest of the participants, giving the opportunity for diverse opinions, ideas, and insights.
- After each presentation, cultivate discussion and debates among the participants. Encourage them to identify the benefits, the effectiveness and the pros and cons of the strategies in the case study. Critical thinking is promoted in this way and it’s easier for participants to understand the challenges and opportunities within the circular economy.
- Encourage the participants to share with the others what they might have done differently in the subject of the case study, or what they could think of to enhance the benefits. Critical thinking is enhanced and they are given the opportunity to be exposed to different views and ideas.
- Towards the conclusion of the activity, motivate the participants to exchange their insights with one another on implementing circular economy in their everyday lives.
- Take notes from all the group’s findings and identify the similarities and differences.
Methodology: The teaching approach in this activity is “Hands-On Learning through Circular Economy Case Studies”, which focuses on studying real-life examples of successful circular economy projects, encouraging interactive discussions, critical analysis, and group work. This activity helps participants develop a profound understanding of circular economy principles. Evaluation: The evaluation tool to see to what extent the learning outcomes have been achieved through this activity is a combination of multiple-choice questions and free-response questions: - To what extend do you understand the concept of circular economy?
- Not understood
- Partially understood
- Fully understood
- In what extend can you recognize the importance of adopting circular economy principles?
- Not Achieved
- Partially Achieved
- Fully Achieved
- Were you able to collaborate easily with your group?
- Not Achieved
- Partially Achieved
- Fully Achieved
- To what extend were you able to share and communicate your ideas with your group members?
- Not Achieved
- Partially Achieved
- Fully Achieved
- Were you able to address and communicate effectively your group findings and your own ideas to the rest of the participants?
- Were you able to understand and identify the pros and cons of the case study, with your group?
- Did you enjoy this activity in the way it was conducted? Please specify the reasons for your answer.
- Not enjoyed
- Partially enjoyed
- Fully enjoyed
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Comments | Existing knowledge: - Basic knowledge of the environment, like how we manage waste and the importance of sustainability, helps to understand why circular economy practices are so vital.
- Basic economic knowledge, like how to make the most of resources, save costs, and in general how business works, help the participants understand the connection between the circular economy practices and the economic advantages they offer.
- Critical thinking helps analyze information and therefore evaluate more effectively the benefits of circular economy.
- Communication skills can help participants share their ideas and opinions with their group and the rest of the participants during discussions and debates.
Limitations: - Low-qualified adults may have limited education regarding the environment and the meaning of circular economy, which can make it difficult for them to understand concepts of sustainability and green competencies.
- Language proficiency can be a barrier.
- Psychological issues like low self-esteem or lack of self-confidence, can affect their participation in the activity.
- Limited digital and technological skills.
Further Resources/ References The case study chosen: https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/circular-examples/reboot |