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Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in English 190: Trash Talk: Eco-Justice Writing
Marlo Starr, Wittenberg University
In this course, we explore ideas of modernity through material waste, excess and accumulation, and environmental violence.

Subject: Environmental Science, English
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.

Subject: Environmental Science, Engineering
Grade Level: 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.

Subject: Engineering
Grade Level: College Upper (15-16)

Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Innovation, Social Equity, and Entrepreneurship in Media
Furkan Gur, Northern Illinois University
I integrated the module in an honors seminar on Innovation, Social Equity, and Entrepreneurship in Media which I co-teach with an instructor from Communications department who is also a documentary director. Together we focus on social issues using various forms of media and incorporate entrepreneurship to address these issues.

Subject: Business:Entrepreneurship
Grade Level: College Upper (15-16)

Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Herpetology
Richard Phillips, Wittenberg University
We will study the unique anatomy, physiology, natural history, and evolution of reptiles and amphibians. Our course includes a weekly field experience/lab in which students travel to parks and reserves around the Springfield area.

Subject: Biology:Ecology, Evolution, Diversity, Zoology
Grade Level: College Upper (15-16)

Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Federal Taxation
Tracy Noga, Bentley University
Gives a broad training in federal income tax law and Treasury Department regulations. Introduces a broad range of tax philosophy, tax concepts and types of taxpayers. Emphasizes the role of taxation in a business decision-making environment for all types of entities. Introduces basic skills of tax planning and tax research.

Subject: Business:Accounting
Grade Level: College Lower (13-14), 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.

Subject: Business:Management
Grade Level: College Upper (15-16)

Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Elements of Environmental Health
Tomoyuki Shibata, Northern Illinois University
Analysis and control of current environmental health problems. Discussion of the effects of environmental factors on human health, and the organization and administration of environmental health programs.

Subject: Environmental Science:Sustainability, Health Sciences
Grade Level: College Lower (13-14):College Introductory, College Lower (13-14), College Upper (15-16)

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.

Subject: Environmental Science, Anthropology
Grade Level: College Lower (13-14)

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.

Subject: Business:Management
Grade Level: College Lower (13-14):College Introductory