Assessment

Climate change, biodiversity decline, natural resource depletion, and environmental pollution are no longer distant threats; they are urgent realities of our time. In this context, higher education institutions play a critical role in educating and empowering societies to build a more sustainable future. As a demonstration of its commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals,  Hitit University developed the Sustainability Literacy and Awareness Assessment to assess the knowledge levels of its academic and administrative staff and students on sustainability issues, their environmentally responsible behaviors, and the importance they place on sustainable values  .

Objectives of the Evaluation

The main purpose of this assessment is to measure the following elements:

1. -General knowledge and understanding of environmental sustainability principles  ,
2. -Daily sustainability practices adopted by academic, administrative staff and students in the university environment  ,
3.  -Individual attitude and commitment level towards the university's sustainability goals .

Test Structure

The Sustainability Literacy and Awareness Assessment consists of 5 sections aimed at assessing both the knowledge levels and daily habits of the participants:

1. -Conceptual Awareness  – Subjective assessments of topics such as climate change, energy efficiency, circular economy, biodiversity.
2. -Knowledge Test  – Short true/false questions on basic sustainability concepts.
3. -Behaviors and Habits  – Recycling, water and energy saving, transportation preferences, consumption habits.
4. -Campus Perception and Infrastructure  – Opinions about physical facilities at the university, such as recycling bins, water filling stations, bicycle paths, and energy practices.
5. -Needs and Incentives  – How much potential regulations and campaigns could influence participants’ behavior.

The majority of questions are multiple choice and scaled (Likert), with a few short answer and open-ended questions also included.

The average response time is 5 minutes.

Expected Results

1. - To determine training needs  and develop awareness programs accordingly,
2. -  Encouraging university staff and students to take a more active role  in sustainability initiatives  ,
3. -Measuring sustainability literacy levels to track progress over time  .

This assessment is not an exam;  it's a tool for self-awareness and institutional development . By better understanding our knowledge, habits, and attitudes, we can create a stronger culture of sustainability at Hitit University and become pioneers of change in our society.

Let's think critically. Let's act responsibly. Let's lead sustainably.

Make a difference in sustainability with your knowledge, behaviors, and attitudes; shape the future at Hitit University!

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