ESD Science Lab 2022 for BUP teachers
2022-05-11
The Baltic University Programme (BUP) calls for applicants to an exciting research professional development opportunity for BUP teachers that are interested in publishing their most recent work in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).
ESD Science Lab is a series of educational and research coaching events, a platform for joint research focused on ESD methods and change project approach BUP teachers use in their practice, as well as capacity building needed to make the research work of high quality. The project is financed by the BUP and initiated by Uppsala University, Åbo Akademi University and Riga Technical University. The project is focusing on those who are teaching at a BUP participating university, have participated in a BUP Change Project Course (or have developed and tested ESD approaches) and want to publish work in a respected journal.
The objective of the Laboratory is to strengthen the skills and knowledge of BUP researchers in publishing scientific research findings in peer-reviewed journals.
As a main immediate output, we expect to commonly prepare at least 5 research concept notes (manuscripts) from 25 selected BUP teachers for further development towards publication until December 2022.
Main project events
- Kick-off meeting 20-21 June (online format, 2 hours per day)
- Summer school in Riga, 25-26 August (2 days)
The participation fee, accommodation and meals are covered by the project. The travel costs are not covered.
To apply for the ESD Science Lab 2022 complete the form below. Selection begins immediately and successful candidates will be announced on 10 June 2022.
Registration is open until 30 May 2022!
More practical details and the registration form can be found by following this link: https://doit.medfarm.uu.se/bin/kurt3/kurt/57180
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