IDIS 3600 Community Development

This is an introduction to community and economic development. We will cover a variety of topics including the history and organizational context of community development; factors influencing successful community building; forms of community capital; sustainability; community development in the international context; the relationship between community and economic development; social indicators; best practices; benchmarking; and leadership. Grading will be based on a final exam and a research paper.

Credits

3

Typically Offered

Online: as needed

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. A basic understanding of the broad field of community and economic development.
2. Knowledge of how to proceed with further studies in the field. 
3. Ability to apply this understanding within the student’s own environment – community, work, family.