Sustainable Development 2104-M-D1ZRRO

Classroom

The course places strong emphasis on the close connection between theoretical issues and the practical dimension of Sustainable Development. Classes are divided into three thematic blocks, corresponding to the three main dimensions of Sustainable Development analysis: conceptual, institutional, and substantive. Conceptual dimension – Discussion of the fundamental assumptions of the Sustainable Development concept, along with justification of its significance (including in the context of global inequality and poverty). This block also addresses key theoretical issues. Institutional (structural) dimension – Presentation of the institutions involved in the normative process and implementation of the Sustainable Development agenda, as well as development financing mechanisms. The roles and functions of various Sustainable Development stakeholders are also discussed. Substantive dimension – Analysis of selected projects and the implementation of specific Sustainable Development goals in particular countries or regions. The aim of this block is to show how the concept of Sustainable Development is being adapted by various actors in international relations.

Knowledge:
– Understanding of the concept of sustainable development and its evolution; (K_W03)
– Knowledge of the historical development of the idea of sustainable development; (K_W03)
– Familiarity with the theoretical foundations of sustainable development; (K_W03)
– In-depth knowledge of the role of institutions in sustainable development; (K_W05)
– Advanced understanding of relevant analytical concepts and the ability to apply them to analyze issues related to sustainable development. (K_W05)

Skills:
– Ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge and analyze issues related to the concept of sustainable development; (K_U01), (K_U04)
– Critical assessment of state-level progress in implementing sustainable development goals; (K_U01), (K_U03)
– Ability to search for economic and social data relevant to assessing progress in sustainable development; (K_U01)
– Ability to identify potential conflicts related to the concept of sustainable development at national and global levels; (K_U01)
– Application of specific tools to identify, analyze, and formulate complex problems, and propose methods and solutions for promoting sustainable development; (K_U01)

Social Competences:
– Awareness of developmental dualism in the contemporary world; (K_K02)
– Understanding of the challenges related to implementing the concept of sustainable development; (K_K03)
– Ability to relate sustainable development issues to local, regional, and global scales; (K_K02)
– Ability to engage with and assess various sustainable development discourses and their assumptions from the perspectives of different actors. (K_K05)

Assessment Criteria

90%
Completion and presentation of a group assignment addressing a specific problem related to sustainable development.
Topics and formats of the assignments may vary depending on the edition of the course. Details will be discussed and consulted with the group at the beginning of the course.
The instructor holds the final authority regarding the requirements and method of implementation.

10%
Attendance is mandatory. Up to two unexcused absences are allowed.
Any additional unexcused absences will lower the final grade (proportionally to the number of absences).
To pass the course in the first term, physical attendance in at least 60% of classes is required.
Formal justifications for absence (e.g., medical certificates) are accepted, but total absences, including the two allowed unexcused ones, may not exceed 40% of all classes.

Passing threshold: 55%

A total of 100 points is available throughout the semester. To receive a passing grade, the student must earn at least 55 points.

Grading scale:
– from 55%: 3 (satisfactory)
– from 65%: 3+
– from 75%: 4 (good)
– from 85%: 4+
– from 91%: 5 (very good)

Permissible level of AI use: 2*
*It is acceptable to use AI-generated visual elements in the group assignment, provided that the AI is explicitly credited as the source.

Zalecana literatura (monografie & podręczniki):
Bagiński, P., Czaplicka, K., Szczyciński, J., Międzynarodowa współpraca na rzecz rozwoju, Polskie Wydawnictwo Ekonomiczne, Warszawa 2009;
Bartkowiak, R., Ekonomia rozwoju, Polskie Wydawnictwo Ekonomiczne, Warszawa 2013;
Bąkiewicz, A., U. Żuławska (red.), Rozwój w dobie globalizacji, Polskie Wydawnictwo Ekonomiczne, Warszawa 2010;
Berdo J., Zrównoważony rozwój. W stronę życia w harmonii z przyrodą, Earth Conservation, Sopot, 2006.
Blewitt, J., Understanding Sustainable Development, Routledge; 3rd edition (22 Dec. 2017);
Blyton, Paul.; Franklin, Alex. Researching sustainability: a guide to social science methods, practice and engagement, London: Earthscan, 2011;
Brodowicz Dominika P. , Michalska Monika , Kalinowski, Marcin: Zrównoważony rozwój. Wybrane zagadnienia, Texter, Warszawa 2017.
Brown L., Flavin C., French H., Rich Planet, Poor Planet. State of the World 2001, W.W. Norton & Company, New York, 2001
Edwards, Andres R.; Orr, David W., The sustainability revolution: portrait of a paradigm shift, Gabriola Island, B.C.: New Society, 2005
Elliott, J., An Introduction to Sustainable Development (Routledge Perspectives on Development), Routledge; 4th edition, 2012;
Hedenus, F., M. Persson, F. Sprei, Sustainable Development: Nuances and Perspectives, Studentlitteratur (SW), 2018;
Latoszek Ewa, Proczek, Magdalena, Krukowska Monika (red.), Zrównoważony rozwój a globalne dobra publiczne w teorii i praktyce organizacji międzynarodowych,Szkoła Główna Handlowa w Warszawie, Warszawa 2016;
Nawrot, K., Kraje rozwijające się we współczesnej gospodarce światowej. Przyczynek do ekonomii rozwoju, Scholar, Warszawa 2014;
Piasecki, R. (red.), Ekonomia rozwoju, Polskie Wydawnictwo Ekonomiczne, Warszawa 2007;
Rokicka Ewa, Woźniak Wojciech, W kierunku zrównoważonego rozwoju. Koncepcje, interpretacje, konteksty. Łódź 2016; http://socjologia.uni.lodz.pl/pliki/32-w_kierunku_zrownowazonego_rozwoju.pdf.

Dokumenty i raporty:
Rezolucja Zgromadzenia Ogólnego ONZ A/RES/70/1, Przekształcamy nasz świat: Agenda na rzecz zrównoważonego rozwoju 2030,
Organizacja Narodów Zjednoczonych, Nowa Agenda Miejska, http://habitat3.org/wpcontent/uploads/NUA-Polish.pdf;
Eurostat, Sustainable development in the European Union. Monitoring report on progress towards the SDGs in an EU contex, https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/web/products-statistical-books/-/KS-01-18-656;
Kolejne wydania Human Development Report (HDR);
Kolejne wydania raportów z realizacji Celów Zrównoważonego Rozwoju (SDGs)

Literatura “kontekstowa” (inspiracje):
Gates, Bill: Jak ocalić świat od katastrofy klimatycznej Rozwiązania, które już mamy, zmiany, jakich potrzebujemy, Agora SA, Warszawa 2021;
Klein, Naomi: To zmienia wszystko. Kapitalizm kontra klimat,Wydawnictwo MUZA S.A., Warszawa 2020;
Sachs, The Age of Sustainable Development, Columbia University Press 2015;
Uzupełniająco strony internetowe wybranych instytucji i stowarzyszeń (UNDP, UNCTAD, OECD, WB, IMF, DSA, GDI).

Podana literatura może być aktualizowana na bieżąco o najnowsze publikacje.

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