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Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Nature in Society: Environmental Social Sciences and Humanities
Emily McKee, Northern Illinois University
Examination of how the social sciences and humanities contribute to our understanding of contemporary environmental problems and our efforts to solve them. Focus on how human communities and institutions respond to and serve as agents of environmental change. Practice in effective communication about environmental challenges.
Grade Level: College Lower (13-14)
Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in History of Sustainable Design
Rebecca Houze, Northern Illinois University
History, theory, and criticism of design, sustainability, and the environment from the 18th century to the present.
Grade Level: College Lower (13-14):College Introductory, College Lower (13-14), College Upper (15-16)
Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Senior Mechanical Engineering Design
Nicholas Pohlman, Northern Illinois University
Complete preparation of an engineering system design or project covering problem identification, conceptual design and analysis, prototyping and the development of a work schedule required to carry out the project.
Grade Level: College Upper (15-16)
Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in MG215 - Supply Chain and Operations Fundamentals
Euthemia (Effie) Stavrulaki, Bentley University
This course introduces the fundamentals of operations and supply chain management and discusses how coordinating supplier and internal processes creates value for the customer, the company, and society at large.
Grade Level: College Lower (13-14):College Introductory
Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Green Technologies
Kevin Martin, Northern Illinois University
Introduction to environmentally friendly engineering and technological advances and new technologies that utilize green principles and green transportation. Course includes topics in new areas of green manufacturing and materials used today and planned for the future, including the operation and manufacture of solar cells and the production of wind, thermal, and hydroelectric power.
Grade Level: College Upper (15-16)
Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Global Social Entrepreneurship
Sunny Jeong, Wittenberg University
This course is a mix of reading, case discussion, group and individual projects, social entrepreneur interviews and social venture business plan. There are three major components to the course: 1) reading and critically debating chapters and articles prized within the global leadership and social entrepreneur community; 2) completing and presenting the portfolio project; 3) creating a social venture model of your own passion and skills
Grade Level: College Lower (13-14)
Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Business Writing
Ross Jackson, Wittenberg University
This course is designed to provide students with an integrated and multi-functional approach to understanding business writing and communications. Students are provided with an opportunity to explore and produces a variety of business writings and communications.
Grade Level: College Upper (15-16)
Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Mental Health Practice
Stephanie Little, Wittenberg University
Laboratory course examining the scientific basis and application of assessment (e.g., cognitive ability, personality) and intervention techniques (e.g., behavioral, cognitive) within the mental health field.
Grade Level: College Upper (15-16)
Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Managerial Negotiations
Bethany Cockbrn, Northern Illinois University
Examination of the negotiation techniques and strategies relevant to individual, group, and organizational decision making as well as the development of skills to enhance the resolution of personal and professional conflicts.
Grade Level: College Upper (15-16)
Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Falcon Discovery Seminar
Noah Giansiracusa, Bentley University
The Falcon Discovery Seminar engages first year students in the university community and prepares them to be lifelong learners. After they graduate, they will join new communities and continue to do so throughout their lives. This course introduces students to the power of communities by framing the discussion of communities around an authentic problem of the faculty member's choosing.