How to get the best out of this course

🧠 Approach this course with curiosity and an open mind 

To make the most of this course, we encourage you to approach the material with curiosity, reflection, and a willingness to apply the concepts to your own context. 

The circular economy is a systems-based approach, and many of the ideas explored in this course may challenge the way we traditionally think about products, businesses, and resources. Take the time to reflect on how these concepts relate to your work, studies, or industry. 

 

🔎 Reflect and apply 

Throughout the course, you will encounter concepts and tools that can help you analyse systems, products, and business models. 

Try to think about: 

• How these ideas apply to your industry or organisation 

• Where circular opportunities might exist 

• What barriers or challenges might need to be addressed 

Applying the concepts to real situations will help deepen your understanding. 

 

💬 Participate in Discussions 

Learning is enriched when we share perspectives. 

You are encouraged to: 

• Introduce yourself in the discussion sections 

• Share examples from your industry 

• Reflect on insights from the lessons 

These conversations help build a learning community and allow participants to learn from one another. 

 

⏳ Take Your Time 

 This course is designed to build a strong foundation in the circular economy. 

Take the time to: 

• Absorb the ideas presented 

• Reflect on the examples provided 

• Consider how circular thinking could influence your work or future opportunities 

 

ℹ️ Accessing your course information

Log in to your account on the Circular South Africa website and navigate to the “My Courses” tab. From there, click on the dropdown on the far left to view your course progress, statistics, and download your certificate.

 

🥇 Get Your Certificate

You must achieve a minimum of 80% in the section quizzes (Sections 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7) and the final quiz to receive your course certificate. You’re free to skip topics, but if you’d like to earn a course certificate, you’ll need to complete all topics.

 

🧭 Course Navigation

Once you have finished a topic, click “Mark Complete” followed by “Next Topic” to continue. You can also use the navigation pane on the left-hand side to move between sections and topics.

 

🚀  Let’s Begin 

When you are ready, continue to the next section where we begin exploring the circular economy.