Housing, Community and Economic Development OpenCourseWare: A Free Online Graduate Study Community Development Class by MIT
Students interested in the economics and politics behind the housing process would probably be interested in MIT's OpenCourseWare 'Introduction to Housing, Community and Economic Development'. Within the University's online Urban Studies and Planning program, this course discusses the specifics of tactics to develop neighborhoods using a good and proper assessment of local economies.
Introduction to Housing, Community and Economic Development: Course Specifics
| Degree Level | Free | Audio | Video | Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Lectures/Notes | Study Materials | Tests/Quizzes |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Yes | No |
Introduction to Housing, Community and Economic Development: Course Description
Instructing 'Introduction to Housing, Community and Economic Development' is Prof. J. Phillip Thompson. This Urban Studies and Planning course's goal is to teach students criticisms of certain neighborhood development programs as well as the strategies of creating effective low-income housing. Topics covered in this course include the affects of race and faith-based organizations have on the development of housing, community organization, community diversity, crime prevention, urban planning and how welfare and labor factors into the success of a community.
Online course resources include lecture notes, online readings and a list of suggested resources. For more information, visit the introduction to housing, community and economic development course page.
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