The Sustainability Literacy Assessment Tool is a technique or tool used to gauge how effectively people comprehend important sustainability-related ideas, problems, and solutions. It is frequently used in communities, organizations, and educational institutions to measure people's knowledge, awareness, attitudes, and behavior related to sustainable development.
"Sustainability Literacy": What is it?
The knowledge, abilities, and attitude that empower people to make choices and conduct activities that are socially just, economically viable, and environmentally sound—both for present and future generations—are referred to as sustainability literacy.\
Purpose of the Sustainability Literacy Assessment Tool
- Evaluate baseline understanding of sustainability concepts.
- Measure progress over time (e.g., before and after a course or awareness campaign).
- Identify knowledge gaps and areas for improvement.
- Support institutional goals, like aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) or improving sustainability in curricula.
Baku Eurasian University applies the tool to:
- Assess first-year students’ understanding of sustainability at orientation.
- Integrate sustainability into general education or specific disciplines.
- Track improvements after students take part in courses, projects, or campaigns.
Outcomes
- Improved curriculum design
- Better sustainability reporting
- Enhanced student engagement with real-world issues
- Evidence for accreditation or sustainability rankings
After Assessment – What’s Next?
- Analyze the data to:
- Identify gaps in knowledge/attitudes
- Inform curriculum updates
- Guide sustainability outreach and activities
