What This Document Is
This is a comprehensive course overview for UPP 521: Globalization and International Planning II – Comparative Planning and Policies, offered at the University of Illinois at Chicago. It serves as a foundational guide for students navigating a complex exploration of development planning beyond the United States, focusing on the shifting roles of national, sub-national, and supranational entities in a globalized world. It outlines the course structure, expectations, and assessment methods.
Why This Document Matters
This overview is essential for prospective and enrolled students seeking a clear understanding of the course’s scope and demands. It’s particularly valuable at the beginning of the semester for planning coursework and understanding how individual contributions will shape the learning experience. Students interested in international development, urban planning, and comparative policy analysis will find this document crucial for determining if the course aligns with their academic goals.
Topics Covered
* The evolving relevance of the nation-state in contemporary planning.
* Development policies and practices at various political and spatial scales.
* The historical context of development planning in the post-war era.
* Comparative analysis of regional development models (e.g., NAFTA, ASEAN, Mercosur).
* The integration of sustainability and social justice into development frameworks.
* Assessing long-term development prospects for specific regions.
* The relationship between development models and spatial development patterns.
What This Document Provides
* A detailed course description outlining the central themes and questions explored.
* Clearly defined learning objectives, specifying the skills and knowledge students will gain.
* A breakdown of course requirements and the weighting of each assessment component.
* Information regarding the course format, including the balance of lectures, discussions, and student presentations.
* Expectations for student preparation and participation, including prior knowledge from related coursework.
* Insight into the types of research projects students will undertake and how they will be evaluated.