Istanbul Okan University Sustainability Literacy Test

  • Istanbul Okan University Sustainability Literacy Test

    Istanbul Okan University conducts itseducation, research, and social contribution activities in alignment with global sustainability goals by adopting a sustainability-oriented approach. Our university aims to develop effective and lasting policies both on campus and insociety by prioritizing the principles of environmental responsibility, socialequality, and economic sustainability.   The purpose of this test is to measure the level of sustainability literacy among students and staff and to evaluate their knowledge, awareness, and implementation levels regarding the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).   The results obtained are expected tocontribute to analyzing the university’s current status in sustainability and to support the development of awareness‑raising training programs, communication activities, and institutional policies.  Istanbul Okan University Learning, Application and Research Center International Accreditations and Rankings Unit

  • Demographic Information

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  • Conceptual Knowledge and SDG Awareness

    This section aims to evaluate participants’knowledge of the basic concepts of sustainability and the United NationsSustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  • How well do you understand the concept ofsustainability? *
  • Would you like to receive training on sustainability? *
  • How often do you include sustainability practices in your daily life? *
  • SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation: This goal aims to ensure access to safe, accessible, and affordable drinking water and sanitation services for everyone. Which of the following is one of the most effective practices to achieve this goal? *
  • SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy This goal aims to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for everyone. Which of the following contributes to achieving this goal? *
  • SDG 3 – Good Health and well‑being: This goal aims to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for everyone at all ages. Which of the following practices is directly related to this goal? *
  • SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and production: This goal promotes sustainable production and consumption patterns through the efficient use of natural resources and the reduction of waste. Which of the following contributes to achieving this goal? *
  • SDG 13 – Climate Action: This goal aims to combat climate change and strengthen the capacity to adapt to its impacts. In line with this goal, which of the following actions should a university take? *
  • SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities: This goal aims to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable. Which of the following contributes to achieving this goal? *
  • The ozone layer protects us from: *
  • Which of the following is considered themost environmentally sustainable lifestyle? *
  • Which of the following is the most widely accepted definition of sustainable development? *

  • SDG Practices and Critical Interpretation

    In this section, participants’ ability to interpret and evaluate real-life scenarios related to the SDGs is assessed. The questions include situational examples that examine how the SDGs can be implemented in the context of university campus practices and individual behaviors.
  • Solar panels are installed on campus andenergy‑efficient systems are implemented in buildings. Which SDG does thiscontribute to the least directly? *
  • An ecological garden is created on campusto protect native plant species and support research. Which SDG does thiscontribute to the least directly? *
  • The university provides scholarships,dormitories, and free meals for low‑income students. Which SDG does this support most? *
  • The university adopts a hybrid (partly remote) working policy, reducing how often staff come to campus. The main aim of this practice is to decrease carbon emissions.Which of the following SDGs is most directly related to this practice? *
  • Electric scooter stations are installed on the university campus to reduce the use of fossil fuel–powered vehicles.Which of the following SDG targets is this practice expected to contribute to the least? *
  • The university is discussing the following four steps to reduce the total carbon footprint on campus: Improving building insulation Implementing flexible working practices Replacing face-to-face conferences with hybrid meetings Increasing the visibility of recycling bins Which of the following contributes the least directly to reducing the carbon footprint? *
  • Students plan to take individual measures to reduce their personal carbon footprints.Which of the following would reduce the carbon footprint most effectively? *
  • The university purchases fresh products from local producers and uses seasonal vegetables in the cafeteria.Which of the following SDGs does this practice directly contribute to? *
  • In the calculation of an institutional carbon footprint, which of the following is included in “Scope 3” emissions? *
  • The university makes physical and digital arrangements to ensure that individuals with different types of disabilities can access campus facilities equally.This approach is most closely related to which SDG? *
  • The university carries out sustainability projects in collaboration with local governments, NGOs, and other universities.Which SDG goal does this situation support? *

  • Attıtudes and Behaviors Toward SDGs

    For each statement, indicate your level of agreement. 1- Strongly Disagree 2 - Disagree 3 - Neutral 4 - Agree 5 - Strongly Agree
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