Cultural Heritage and Shaping a Sustainable FutureLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

Upon completing this course, the student will be able to define cultural heritage and understand its significance. They will recognize the role of cultural heritage in shaping individual and community cultural identities. The student will also be able to apply themes of cultural heritage and contemporary phenomena to future visioning, particularly in promoting cultural sustainability.

Content

- Definitions and forms of cultural heritage: tangible and intangible heritage
- The significance of cultural identity for individuals and communities
- Current cultural phenomena and their impact on sustainable development
- Principles and practical applications of culturally sustainable development
- Future visioning and developing creative solutions based on cultural heritage

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student recognizes the connections between cultural heritage and contemporary phenomena. They can describe the principles of cultural identity and sustainable development. The student understands the significance of cultural heritage in building a sustainable future.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student recognizes the significance of cultural heritage and its connections to contemporary phenomena. They analyze the importance of cultural identity for individuals and communities. The student is able to propose community-based solutions that support a culturally sustainable future.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student analyzes the connections between cultural heritage and contemporary phenomena from the perspective of culturally sustainable development. They examine the significance of cultural identity for individuals and communities. The student is able to propose creative and community-based solutions that support a culturally sustainable future.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student recognizes the connections between cultural heritage and contemporary phenomena. They can describe the principles of cultural identity and sustainable development. The student understands the significance of cultural heritage in building a sustainable future.