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Video: Public awareness and consumer activism

Target GroupBachelor, MasterResource TypeVideoDomainSustainable ConsumptionAuthorProf. Jeffrey Sachs
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  • Prof. Sachs explores how civil awareness drives sustainable development through social, economic & environmental action, highlighting the power of ethical consumption and behavioral change.

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  • Suitable for supplementary material use. Can be integrated into existing courses or used as standalone modules for individual assignments.

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Structure viewing with reflection opportunities and discussion prompts. Students should observe both content and their emotional responses while developing visual literacy skills. Use videos to illustrate concepts and provide varied learning modalities for complex topics.

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