GATE // Students Quiz

Área IV: Acting for Sustainability

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Marco, a sweet and little boy

Basic Level

Description

At this stage, you are beginning to understand that your everyday choices matter and that even small actions can make a difference. You are becoming more willing to get involved, learn from others, and see yourself as someone who can actively contribute when supported by classmates or teachers.You are beginning to see that your actions matter for sustainability. You take part in activities when invited and are open to contributing in small ways.With guidance, you recognise that sustainability-related decisions are often made through democratic processes and civic activities. You begin to understand that such decisions influence possible actions and pathways for sustainable development.

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Sofia, a clever and outgoing girl

Advanced Level

Description

In this stage, you participate in projects, contribute your own ideas, and learn that things can also be changed politically. You have a solid knowledge, routine in some skills and your attitude to sustainability-behaviour is positive.You take responsibility for your actions and actively participate in sustainability-related activities. You work with others to achieve shared goals.Cuadro de textoYou engage in democratic decision-making in group or school contexts and support civic activities for sustainability. You help carry agreed decisions forward, support alternative pathways for sustainability, and contribute to putting decisions into practice. You reflect on outcomes to improve their impact

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Amina, a smart, empathetic, and confident student

Expert Level

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In this stage, you act confidently for sustainability both individually and in groups, understand how decisions and responsibilities shape change, and can develop and promote alternative solutions. You show leadership and commitment by motivating others and actively shaping long-term sustainability projects in your school and community.You act confidently and responsibly for sustainability in different contexts. You take initiative and support collective action.Cuadro de textoYou actively engage in and help shape democratic decision-making and civic activities for sustainable development. You propose and advocate for alternative pathways for sustainability and critically question the effectiveness of existing policies and decisions. You help turn decisions into action, reflect on responsibilities and consequences, and encourage others to demand and support meaningful change.

TIPS to raise your level

Tips to raise your level

level basic TIPS

Marco, a sweet and little boy
At this stage, you are beginning to understand that your everyday choices matter and that even small actions can make a difference. You are becoming more willing to get involved, learn from others, and see yourself as someone who can actively contribute when supported by classmates or teachers.To develop further, try this:

Try this: Find out who decides on school meals, rules about waste, or bike parking. Ask your teacher if you can map this out with your class. 

Try this: Read or listen to one item per week on the environment, climate, or social justice. Ask yourself: “Who is responsible for this issue?” Bring one topic to class to discuss. 

Try this: Help organise a garbage collection day or improve the recycling setup in your school. 

Try this: Switch to a reusable bottle or lunch container. Talk with your friends or teachers to get them involved too. 

Try this: Suggest a reminder to turn off lights or reduce printing. Share your idea with the class. 

Try this: Ask a teacher or classmate to help you start, and learn how they take initiative on sustainability. 

Advanced basic TIPS

Sofia, a clever and outgoing girl

In this stage, you participate in projects, contribute your own ideas, and learn that things can also be changed politically. You have solid knowledge, regular practice of relevant skills, and a positive attitude toward sustainability.

To develop further, try this:

Try this: Propose more bike racks, less plastic in the cafeteria, or a “green class code.” 

Try this: Set up a book exchange shelf or run a fair trade snack stand at school. 

Try this: Look into your school’s waste or energy use. Propose two changes and present them. 

Try this: Help plan a timeline or assign roles for a class action project. 

Try this: Lead or join a short roundtable with classmates and teachers about a current issue. 

Try this: Share ideas and motivate peers, or help someone who’s unsure about where to start. 

Try this: After a project, write down what worked well and what you’d improve next time. 

Expert basic TIPS

Amina, a smart, empathetic, and confident student

In this stage, you act confidently for sustainability both individually and in groups. You understand how decisions and responsibilities shape change, and you lead others while shaping long-term sustainability projects in your school and community.

To further develop and lead lasting change, you could:

Try this: Present energy-saving proposals to school leaders or share ideas during assemblies. 

Try this: Focus on waste, food, energy, or access, and collect signatures with clear arguments. 

Try this: Develop a school herb garden, upcycling corner, or repair café. 

Try this: Produce a short video, podcast, or post series on sustainable habits at your school. 

Try this: Show how your project connects to fairness, systems thinking, or imagining better futures. 

Try this: Offer to guide younger students through their first sustainability project or school initiative. 

Try this: Create a simple handover plan, training guide, or student committee that keeps your idea alive. 

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