A distance-learning Course on Indoor Environmental Comfort in Buildings

Silva, Manuel Gameiro da; Pereira, Luísa Dias; Carrilho, João Dias; Neto, José Querino Tavares; Marcelino, María José; Mateus, Mário; Brito, Nelson Silva; Pedrosa, Sandra

doi:10.3991/ijim.v11i5.7075

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“…Da Silva et al [ 9 ] raise concerns regarding student interaction and degree of involvement when implementing a course in a full remote manner. While pedagogy remains as the central element to enable efficient education, in the case of remote learning the level of technology must offer adequate support [ 10 ].…”

Section: Remote Collaborative Learningmentioning

confidence: 99%

Cross-Disciplinary Remote Course for Mixed Group of Students and Professionals

Lähdeaho¹,

Hilmola

2021

Educating Engineers for Future Industrial Revolutions

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The vast amount of openly available information enables data-driven study of the surrounding world. The aim of this article is to present dissemination of methods to calculating exhaust gas emission and assessing the effect of weather in dispersion of said emissions that are possible to carry out with data from open data repositories. As the measures to prevent spread of COVID-19 virus has led to a temporary cease of contact learning, this course is implemented remotely online. The course offers a controlled environment to test the foreknowledge of the participants regarding environmental challenges tied in transport, and the effectiveness of the remote course in enhancing the awareness in said issues. Data will be gathered on the success of the course. It is used to enable continuous improvement of the course in terms of quality of the content and successfulness of the remote setting. In addition, the gathered data is used to determine the effectiveness of remote education and the preparedness of scholars to operate under special conditions. Through collaborative effort of the course organizers and attendees, the remote implementation can be successful. Also, the mixed group of organizers, students and professionals enable problem-oriented approach to the topic that is difficult to limit into a specific discipline. The pandemic and succeeding mitigation of COVID-19 spreading showcases the importance of planning education for such special situations. While the resulting circumstances are not pleasant, they serve as a promoter for rigorous planning of educational events.

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Section: Remote Collaborative Learningmentioning

confidence: 99%

Cross-Disciplinary Remote Course for Mixed Group of Students and Professionals

Lähdeaho¹,

Hilmola

2021

Educating Engineers for Future Industrial Revolutions

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Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Technological Advances, Impacts and Challenges in the Management of Healthy and Sustainable Environments

Niza,

Bueno,

Broday

2023

Urban Science

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The growing concern for sustainability is evident, given the importance of guaranteeing resources for the next generations, especially in the face of increasing energy consumption in buildings. Regardless of the context, people seek comfort, which makes investigating Indoor Environmental Quality crucial. This covers aspects such as indoor air, temperature, noise and lighting, positively impacting quality of life, reducing stress, saving energy and promoting health, well-being and productivity. A literature review was conducted using the Scopus and PubMed databases to analyze technological advances and challenges in managing healthy and sustainable environments, focusing on the relationship between Indoor Environmental Quality and the Sustainable Development Goals. Initially, 855 articles were identified, of which 123 were selected based on established criteria. Three research questions (RQs) were formulated, leading to the following conclusions. (i) The assessment of sustainability in buildings is crucial, encompassing economic, social and environmental aspects. Furthermore, the COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the importance of adapting energy strategies, thereby contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals through the utilization of advanced technologies that promote healthy and efficient environments. (ii) Evaluations have evolved, ranging from energy savings to human well-being and mental health, including disease prevention strategies. (iii) Challenges in managing the promotion of Indoor Environmental Quality include excessive resource consumption, emissions and economic–environmental balance.

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A distance-learning Course on Indoor Environmental Comfort in Buildings

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Cross-Disciplinary Remote Course for Mixed Group of Students and Professionals

Cross-Disciplinary Remote Course for Mixed Group of Students and Professionals

Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Technological Advances, Impacts and Challenges in the Management of Healthy and Sustainable Environments

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