Participatory Planning

• Topics

  • Introduction and history of participation in planning
  • The institutional context for participatory planning
  • Participatory planning and democracy
  • Participation typologies
  • Participatory planning and difference
  • Information, knowledge and change
  • Formal and informal participation and power
  • Participation techniques
  • Skills for participatory planning - negotiation, facilitation, moderation
  • Planning a participation program
  • Evaluating participation
  • Overview

• Study resources

  • Instructional Methods

    • Disscusion forum/Discussion Board
    • Online assignment submission
    • Standard Media

  • Online Materials

    • Resources and Links
    • Printable format materials

No eligibility requirements

Special requirements

• EquipmentDetails - Access to hardware: webcam, speakers and microphone

Examines the role of community and stakeholder participation in the planning process and governance of urban and regional places. Critical evaluation of participatory practices and theories.

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• Assignment 1 - Group workshop (20%)
• Assignment 2 - Design exercise (40%)
• Assignment 3 - Essay (20%)
• Assignment 4 - Portfolio (20%)

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