ECD 501Fundamentals of Com & Eco Dev

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This course unpacks the core elements of community and economic development, with a focus on sustainable methods for promoting growth, progress, and vitality. Students will use an equity lens to investigate relevant theories and practices in the areas of civic engagement, empowerment, culture, recreation, social services, workforce and business development, infrastructure, and economic policy. Coursework will include analysis and application of historic and contemporary planning practices, challenging participants to envision innovative solutions to community difficulties. By the end of the course students will be prepared to partner with residents to cultivate their definition of and participation in the development of their respective communities.