Education and capacity building with research: a possible case for Future Earth. Issue 2 (6th February 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Fukushima, Yasuhiro; Ishimura, Gakushi; Komasinski, Andrew James; Omoto, Reiko; Managi, Shunsuke
• Is Part Of: International journal of sustainability in higher education. Volume 18:Issue 2(2017)
• Page Start: 263
• Page End: 276
• Publication Date: 2017-02-06
• Subjects: Education -- Sustainability -- Capacity building -- Future Earth -- Human resource; Environmental education -- Periodicals; Environmental responsibility -- Study and teaching (Higher) -- Periodicals; Sustainable development -- Periodicals; 333.70711
• DOI: 10.1108/IJSHE-10-2015-0170
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1467-6370

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: This paper aims to suggest the structure of a platform for education and capacity building for Future Earth, which is an intensive program open to the eight stakeholders and which utilizes existing research programs/facilities associated with Future Earth. An intention of this paper is to facilitate a policy brief for projects associated with Future Earth. Design/methodology/approach: This paper reviewed backgrounds and necessary items for education and capacity buildings in Future Earth projects by implementing three main priorities in Future Earth and current surrounding environments. Findings: This paper then suggested a possible structure, competencies, contents and human resources for education and capacity building and education for Future Earth. Originality/value: The suggestions can be implemented in capacity building and education programs associated with Future Earth.