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Available courses

Community-Based Groups: Formation, Management, and Impact"

Community-Based Groups: Formation, Management, and Impact" is an introductory course designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively form, manage, and sustain community-based groups. Throughout the course, students will explore the principles of community engagement, develop strategies for effective group management, and learn methods to ensure the long-term impact and sustainability of community initiatives.

Key Topics:

  • Understanding the role and importance of community-based groups.
  • Identifying community needs and building a founding team.
  • Developing and implementing community outreach and engagement strategies.
  • Managing group dynamics, leadership, and volunteer coordination.
  • Measuring the impact of community initiatives and ensuring sustainability.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the fundamentals of forming and managing community-based groups.
  • Develop skills for engaging and mobilizing community members.
  • Learn effective strategies for managing group dynamics and leadership.
  • Explore methods for assessing and ensuring the impact and sustainability of community-based initiatives.

Assessments:

  • Participation in discussion forums.
  • Quizzes at the end of each module.
  • Final project involving the design and implementation of a sustainability plan for a community-based group.

Activities:

  • Readings, videos, and case studies on community-based groups.
  • Interactive workshops and role-playing exercises.
  • Assignments focused on developing and evaluating community engagement strategies.
  • Panel discussions and social media campaigns.

Advocacy and Lobbying:

"Advocacy and Lobbying: Strategies for Social Change" is an introductory course designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively advocate for social change and influence public policy. Throughout the course, students will explore the principles of advocacy and lobbying, develop strategic campaigns, engage with policymakers, and address ethical considerations in advocacy work.

Key Topics:

    Definitions and historical perspectives of advocacy and lobbying.
    Planning and executing effective advocacy campaigns.
    Engaging and building relationships with policymakers.
    Mobilizing communities and forming coalitions.
    Ethical considerations and evaluation of advocacy efforts.

Learning Objectives:

    Understand the fundamentals of advocacy and lobbying.
    Develop practical skills for creating and implementing advocacy campaigns.
    Learn effective techniques for engaging with policymakers and stakeholders.
    Address ethical issues and evaluate the impact of advocacy efforts.

Assessments:

    Participation in discussion forums.
    Quizzes at the end of each module.
    Final project involving the design and implementation of an advocacy campaign.

Activities:

    Readings, videos, and case studies on advocacy and lobbying.
    Interactive workshops and role-playing exercises.
    Assignments focused on developing and evaluating advocacy strategies.
    Panel discussions and social media campaigns.

This course provides a comprehensive foundation for anyone interested in making a difference through advocacy and lobbying, whether at the community, national, or global level

Effective Communication Skills

Welcome to "Effective Communication Skills"! This course is designed to help students develop essential communication skills needed for personal and professional success. Through this course, students will learn various communication techniques, understand the importance of non-verbal communication, and develop the ability to communicate effectively in different contexts. Course Objectives: - Understand the basic principles of effective communication. - Identify different types of communication and their appropriate usage. - Develop listening and speaking skills for effective interpersonal communication. - Explore non-verbal communication and its impact on message delivery. - Enhance written communication skills for clarity and effectiveness. - Practice communication in professional settings, including presentations and meetings. Modules include: 1. Introduction to Communication 2. Interpersonal Communication 3. Non-verbal Communication 4. Effective Listening Skills 5. Public Speaking and Presentation Skills 6. Written Communication Skills 7. Communication in Professional Settings 8. Conflict Resolution and Negotiation Throughout this course, students will engage in interactive activities, role-playing, and practical exercises to reinforce their learning and improve their communication abilities.

introduction to social work

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Welcome to "Introduction to Social Work"! This course provides a comprehensive overview of the field of social work, including its history, values, ethics, and the various roles social workers play in different settings. Students will explore fundamental social work practices and techniques, understand the impact of social policies, and develop skills essential for effective social work practice.

Course Objectives:
- Understand the historical development of social work and its foundational values and ethics.
- Identify and analyze the roles and responsibilities of social workers in diverse settings.
- Explore social policies and their impact on individuals and communities.
- Develop basic skills in assessment, intervention, and evaluation in social work practice.
- Promote cultural competence and social justice in professional practice.

Modules include:
1. Introduction to Social Work
2. History and Evolution of Social Work
3. Social Work Values and Ethics
4. Social Work Practices and Techniques
5. Social Policies and Advocacy
6. Cultural Competence and Diversity
7. Fieldwork and Practical Applications

Throughout this course, students will engage in interactive discussions, case studies, and practical assignment