Explore the key ideas, concepts and debates around the study of global development, using Nairobi in Kenya as a case study.
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What is Global Development?
Discover the fascinating study of global development
On this course, you will learn how global development is conceptualised, imagined and communicated as an area of study.
You will consider the ways international development impacts individuals living in different parts of the world, focusing on Nairobi in Kenya.
You will use the example of Nairobi to relate abstract concepts and debates to the lived experiences of real people.
Upon completion of this course, you’ll have a deeper understanding of indicators of development, population growth, migration, urbanisation, and environmental issues like waste and pollution.
What topics will you cover?
- Imagining Cities of the South: Media and development
- The global city: Trade and economic development
- Living in the city: Population, migration and urbanisation
- Urban challenges: Housing, infrastructure and waste
- Urban futures: NGOs, sustainable development policy and practice
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On every step of the course you can meet other learners, share your ideas and join in with active discussions in the comments.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...
- Explain the key ideas, concepts and debates in global development
- Evaluate the different meanings and perceptions of development
- Investigate how development is measured
- Assess how 'development'and 'developing countries' are represented
- Explore the causes and consequences of population growth and distribution
- Describe urbanisation and the motivations that attract people to cities
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for anyone interested in diversity across the world.
It will be of particular interest to those considering study or work in global development.
Who will you learn with?
Associate Professor in Media and Global Development at University of East Anglia - UK.
Researcher, analyst and educator specialising in anthropology, geography and international development. Lecturer in International Development at the Open University.
I am a Professor in Media and Global Development at the University of East Anglia, UK. I am the author of 'Media and Development' and study media freedom and humanitarian news.
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Choose the best way to learn for you!
Subscribe & save
$244.99 for a whole year
Automatically renews
Develop skills to further your career
- Access to this course
- Access to 1,000+ courses
- Learn at your own pace
- Discuss your learning in comments
- Digital certificate when you're eligible
Cancel for free anytime
Buy this course
$79/one-off payment
Fulfill your current learning need
- Access to this course
- Learn at your own pace
- Discuss your learning in comments
- Printed and digital certificate when you’re eligible
Limited access
Free
Sample the course materials
- Access expires 18 Mar 2025
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