Academic Outputs and Assessment & Faculty and External Participation
PROGRAM OUTCOME (Based on Bloom's Taxonomy)
Program Level Objective
| Outcome | Bloom's Level | Description |
| Analyze the Mar Menor as a complex socio-ecological system | Analyze | Students will examine environmental, social, and economic interactions affecting the ecosystem |
| Develop interdisciplinary responses to sustainability challenges | Evaluate / Create | Students will synthesize knowledge from engineering, policy, and environmental science |
| Interact with scientists, policymakers, and industry actors | Apply | Students will engage with real stakeholders to understand practical challenges |
| Design scientifically grounded environmental solutions | Create | Students will propose implementable sustainability solutions |
Student Learning Outcomes
| Outcome | Bloom's Level | Description |
| Analyze the Mar Menor and Mediterranean region as a socio-ecological system | Analyze | Students will examine interactions between environmental systems, human activity, and governance structures affecting the region. |
| Evaluate sustainability challenges affecting coastal and urban systems | Evaluate | Students will assess environmental pressures such as pollution, urban development, and climate change using interdisciplinary frameworks. |
| Apply systems thinking and interdisciplinary methods to real-world challenges | Apply | Students will use tools from environmental science, policy analysis, and urban systems to understand complex sustainability issues. |
| Collaborate with scientists, policymakers, and industry stakeholders | Apply/Evaluate | Students will engage in discussions and workshops with experts to understand practical constraints and opportunities in sustainability decision-making. |
| Develop and present a scientifically grounded environmental solution | Create | Students will design and communicate a feasible proposal addressing a sustainability challenge in the Mar Menor region. |
Lesson Learning Objectives for program and sessions
| Objective | Bloom's Level | Description |
| Understand core concepts related to Mediterranean urban systems and sustainability | Understand | Students will learn foundational concepts including socio-ecological systems, environmental governance, and urban sustainability. |
| Interpret environmental and urban data related to the Mar Menor ecosystem | Analyze | Students will explore datasets, case studies, and scientific findings to understand environmental challenges affecting the region. |
| Apply interdisciplinary frameworks to analyze sustainability challenges | Apply | Through lectures and workshops, students will use knowledge from engineering, environmental science, and policy to examine real-world problems. |
| Engage in experiential learning through site visits and workshops | Apply | Students will participate in field activities and stakeholder interactions to connect theoretical concepts with real-world conditions. |
| Generate collaborative ideas and solutions in group sessions | Create | Students will work in teams to brainstorm and develop potential sustainability interventions. |
| Synthesize learning from sessions into a final proposal or concept | Evaluate/Create | Students will integrate insights from lectures, workshops, and field experiences to produce a final project or policy proposal. |
Conclusion
These suggested clarifications aim to strengthen program by:
- Clarifying participant roles and learning formats
- Ensuring data is accessible and usable
- Introducing a pre-program phase to support preparation and team formation
- Recognizing cultural and logistical considerations
Together, these adjustments may help improve coordination across institutions and enhance the overall learning experience for participants.
Faculty and External Participation
Faculty from NYU, UPCT and EUT partner universities will actively mentor teams throughout the week. External partners include Cartagena City Council, environmental agencies and selected companies working on sustainability solutions.