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LA C242
(Cross-listed with CP C261)
Citizen Involvement in the City Planning Process



Fall 2006

Instructors:
Randy Hester
Marcia McNally

Lecture (CCN: 48620) Tu 6 - 9:00P 315D Wurster

Units: 3

 

Open to all disciplines


Objectives:
· Introduce history and theory of the citizen participation movement, including grassroots and institutional approaches.
· Teach specific techniques and skills for working with citizens.
· Consider the role of process and systematic advocacy in community development.

Class Meetings:
Tuesday 6:00 - 9:00, Room 315 A Wurster. Students and instructors will organize to supply dinner weekly.

Requirements:
· Each student will be required to work with an organization in need of technical assistance that a professional with skills in participation can provide.
· Written report/executive summary of work for “client” to be presented in class.
· Class attendance (there will be a reader and lectures each week).
· Participation in student-led training exercises.




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