OCW-example: Virtualisation of Universities

Description [what is the course about, aims, etc.]

The course aims to equip students with the ability to frame and formulate the  question of urban dwelling from the perspective of public policy, and develop the ability to critique public policy through an understanding of the theory and practice of urban settlement and occupation.

The course intends to enable students to examine urban housing through various conceptual frameworks, and understand both historically and in the contemporary period, contestations over its meaning and value, its mode of production, its use and control, its form and shape, and access and inclusion. It will also touch upon the institutional sociology of urban policy making.

Learning Outcomes [statements about knowledge, skills and competencies of students]

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After completion of this course:

• Students will be able to critically analyse public housing policies from theoretical and practical perspectives in order to identify (potential) impacts on urban dwelling
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Student Workload [time a student is expected to spend on the course, both in hours and in ECTS (25 hours ~ 1 ECTS)]

On average, a student is expected to spend a total of about 100 hours (~ 4 ECTS) for this course, summing up all class time, reading time and time for assignments.

Course Structure [frequency, duration, format, etc.]

Weekly lectures are supplemented by structured discussions on the themes presented, enriched by course readings that are provided to students. By the end of the course, as a collective exercise, students are be expected to produce a draft housing policy for the city. Resource persons for various components of such a policy may be invited to enable the process.

Prerequisites [requirements for participation]

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Assignments [tasks, homework, tests, expected activities of students, etc.]

Grading [assessment criteria and their weight]