Digital course: Zero Emissions Universities LATAM
In the global fight against climate change, universities have a key role to play. Their commitment to sustainability and, in particular, to achieving a zero carbon campus, not only contributes significantly to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions but also sets an inspiring model for other institutions and society in general. In partnership with the National Autonomous University of Mexico and the CEELA Team, UNESCO IESALC promotes the free digital course Zero Emissions Universities LATAM. This 20-hour digital training offers university professionals the opportunity to learn and share valuable knowledge on how to transform their institutions into sustainable and emission-free […]
World Teachers’ Day – 5 October
At the UNESCO International Institute for Higher Education we commemorate World Teachers' Day reminding the crucial role educators play in shaping the global future. Read the article: "Teachers’ quality in higher education: A global challenge", by Francesc Pedró, UNESCO IESALC Director. ******************************** World Teachers’ Day is held annually on 5 October to celebrate all teachers around the globe. It commemorates the anniversary of the adoption of the 1966 ILO/UNESCO Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers, which sets benchmarks regarding the rights and responsibilities of teachers, and standards for their initial preparation and further education, recruitment, employment, and teaching and learning […]