Empowering future leaders: a cross-university study on integrating SDGS in university social responsibility programs in Taiwan DOI

Wen-Hong Liu,

Paohsi Wang,

Hsiao-Chien Lee

et al.

International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Nov. 18, 2024

Purpose This study aims to examine the efforts of two universities in Taiwan, particularly their engagement coastal rural communities, and provides insights into substantial contributions University Social Responsibility (USR) projects toward achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs) settings. The objective this research is analyze outcomes these case on SDGs and, consequently, propose a theoretical model aimed at enhancing student participation through USR programs. Design/methodology/approach adapted methodology comprising contribution analysis participant observation. unfolds three steps. First, authors conducted evaluation 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. step involved thorough all 17 respective targets establish foundational understanding. Second, analyzed specific SDGs. Third, information from preceding steps determine extent projects’ Findings proposes enhance SDGs, emphasizing empowerment, community partnership robust methods aligned with social impacts. could offer guidance higher education institutions (HEIs) globally utilizing programs contribute while simultaneously enriching learning experiences practical empowerment. Research limitations/implications can be enhanced validated by applying more rigorous scientific methods. For instance, conducting surveys students participants events activities, statistically approach such as pre-post testing, effectiveness various SDG-related variables (e.g. awareness SDGs). Additionally, exploring relationships between tested potential direction. examining whether positively increase impacts projects, or empowerment capacity building, are important issues worthy discovery. Practical implications emphasizes pivotal role advocating an educational that not only enhances students’ proficiency but also potentially shapes career trajectories, evidenced examined study. In essence, offers HEIs structured pathway enrich realizing initiatives. It posits element, fostering environment where gain valuable skills development, guiding future professional endeavors. direction those implementing which will positive brought HEIs, especially local community. Originality/value To best authors’ knowledge, no previous studies have proposed specifically designed engage context. significance lies its serve guide globally, enabling them effectively leverage makes invaluable resource researchers, policymakers educators who committed sustainability.

Language: Английский

A comprehensive review of urban microplastic pollution sources, environment and human health impacts, and regulatory efforts DOI
Jin‐Yong Lee, Rogers Wainkwa Chia, S. Veerasingam

et al.

The Science of The Total Environment, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 946, P. 174297 - 174297

Published: June 28, 2024

Language: Английский

Citations

23
Toward Sustainable Fisheries: Lessons Learnt from Taiwan’s Offshore and Coastal Fishery Policy DOI

Kuo-Huan Ting,

Hao-Tang Jhan,

Chih‐Cheng Lin

et al.

Coastal Management, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 1 - 17

Published: Feb. 2, 2025

This study evaluates the results of Taiwan's offshore and coastal fishery policy, pinpoints challenges faced during its implementation, provides recommendations for future policies. The research employed outcome evaluation key performance indicators stakeholder interviews as methodologies. We observed a potential stagnation in progress policies over this decade. Therefore, proposes that more deliberative could be developed by incorporating established methodologies such Objectives Key Results. also recommend drawing inspiration from Japan's Satoumi concept, Nature-Based Solutions, Korea's successful co-management fish stock recovery experiences. Additionally, fostering university-led partnerships to engage local stakeholders can enhance fisheries experiences lessons learned potentially offer valuable insights improvements global contributing toward achievement SDG 14.

Language: Английский

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0
Design of a Pedagogical Model to Foster Ocean Citizenship in Basic Education DOI Open Access
Caroline Schio, Pedro Reis

Sustainability, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 16(3), P. 967 - 967

Published: Jan. 23, 2024

Following a design-based research methodology, this investigation develops pedagogical model to foster ocean citizenship through the application of design cycle consisting four phases: (1) preliminary research, (2) planning, (3) action and (4) evaluation. This article presents results phases 1 2, which define conceptual foundation model, planning actions for its implementation in school environment. The was established by drawing upon theoretical principles systemic/complex approach education, along with theoretical-methodological elements compiled from literature field literacy citizenship. During phase, six educational activities were defined, be conducted as part citizen science project monitor coastal zone. developed objective going beyond concepts, offer schools practical guide fostering basic education.

Language: Английский

Citations

2
Smart University: A pathway for advancing Sustainable Development Goals DOI
Priscila Aparecida de Moraes, Flávia Pisani, Juliana Freitag Borin

et al.

Internet of Things, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 27, P. 101246 - 101246

Published: July 6, 2024

Language: Английский

Citations

2
Strategic intentions of higher education for sustainable development goals: Qualitative evidence from universities in Türkiye DOI Creative Commons
Volkan Göçoğlu

Sustainable Development, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Sept. 18, 2024

Abstract Although the literature on role of higher education in sustainable development is extensive, a notable gap remains universities' intentions to contribute Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), contexts they pay attention to, and measurement tools use different country samples. Aiming this with sample Türkiye, minimal progress SDG reporting, study conducts three‐tiered content analysis 121 state strategic plans. The prominent results show that universities prioritize SDGs 8, 16, 9, 11, 4, 40% or proportions. Besides, there exists lack targets set by any for 1, 10, 12, 14, 17. While most sustainability institutional societal aspects, 45% proportions, environmental concerns are determined be low, high diversity among 12 types, all 30% lower present supportive evidence from Türkiye existing literature, particularly Western countries' prioritization, thus, insight similarities differences prioritization countries samples emerge geographical regional affinities rather than educational levels. Finally, need promote foster reporting initiatives make contributions more systematic consistent appears critical managerial implication Turkish education.

Language: Английский

Citations

1
Monitoring and management of abandoned, lost and discarded fishing gear (ALDFG) in Penghu Islands, Taiwan DOI
Wenhong Liu,

Hung-An Chang,

Hao-Tang Jhan

et al.

Marine Pollution Bulletin, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 195, P. 115344 - 115344

Published: Oct. 1, 2023

Language: Английский

Citations

1
Book review DOI
Wenhong Liu, Chih‐Cheng Lin

Marine Policy, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 167, P. 106261 - 106261

Published: June 22, 2024

Citations

0
Empowering future leaders: a cross-university study on integrating SDGS in university social responsibility programs in Taiwan DOI

Wen-Hong Liu,

Paohsi Wang,

Hsiao-Chien Lee

et al.

International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Nov. 18, 2024

Purpose This study aims to examine the efforts of two universities in Taiwan, particularly their engagement coastal rural communities, and provides insights into substantial contributions University Social Responsibility (USR) projects toward achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs) settings. The objective this research is analyze outcomes these case on SDGs and, consequently, propose a theoretical model aimed at enhancing student participation through USR programs. Design/methodology/approach adapted methodology comprising contribution analysis participant observation. unfolds three steps. First, authors conducted evaluation 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. step involved thorough all 17 respective targets establish foundational understanding. Second, analyzed specific SDGs. Third, information from preceding steps determine extent projects’ Findings proposes enhance SDGs, emphasizing empowerment, community partnership robust methods aligned with social impacts. could offer guidance higher education institutions (HEIs) globally utilizing programs contribute while simultaneously enriching learning experiences practical empowerment. Research limitations/implications can be enhanced validated by applying more rigorous scientific methods. For instance, conducting surveys students participants events activities, statistically approach such as pre-post testing, effectiveness various SDG-related variables (e.g. awareness SDGs). Additionally, exploring relationships between tested potential direction. examining whether positively increase impacts projects, or empowerment capacity building, are important issues worthy discovery. Practical implications emphasizes pivotal role advocating an educational that not only enhances students’ proficiency but also potentially shapes career trajectories, evidenced examined study. In essence, offers HEIs structured pathway enrich realizing initiatives. It posits element, fostering environment where gain valuable skills development, guiding future professional endeavors. direction those implementing which will positive brought HEIs, especially local community. Originality/value To best authors’ knowledge, no previous studies have proposed specifically designed engage context. significance lies its serve guide globally, enabling them effectively leverage makes invaluable resource researchers, policymakers educators who committed sustainability.

Language: Английский

Citations

0