By going beyond classroom learning, RVRC students work on projects that address local sustainability problems in Singapore. Through inquiry into sustainability issues from different disciplinary perspectives, analysis of problems in real‐life settings and engagement with key stakeholders to implement sustainability solutions, they are encouraged to develop change agent capacities.
Research has shown that sustainability education from a young age is associated with long-term environmental consciousness. In AY20/21, two groups of RVRC Year 1 students embarked on GEQ1917 group projects to design and test toolkits that enhance the awareness and sustainability practices of primary school students.
Read more at the NUS News link: https://news.nus.edu.sg/nurturing-young-eco-stewards/