Learn principles and strategies for engaging with U.S.-based and global communities through partnerships, research, service, and learning
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What you need before starting this Community Engagement: Collaborating for Change course:
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This course is designed for absolute beginners. No prior knowledge needed.
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Now more than ever, people are seeking ways to affect change in their communities — both locally and around the world. This course is for anyone — from novices to experienced practitioners — who wants to work more effectively with community members and organizations, including through, but not limited to: community-academic partnerships social change projects community service and learning education and work abroad traditional and community-based participatory research non-profit internships public scholarship civic performance Prepare in advance or take this course simultaneously to get the most out of your experience by engaging with communities ethically, respectfully, and sustainably.Developed by a highly interdisciplinary team of U-M content experts and faculty, this course is designed to be both engaging and challenging, offering an accessible entry into foundational topics as well as a jumping off point to pursue work and further learning in effective community engagement. It is also a toolkit and a roadmap that offers concrete takeaways and resources for working effectively with communities.Throughout the course, you’ll learn from experienced U-M students, faculty, and staff and local community partners, and you’ll have many opportunities to try out and apply the principles and concepts you’re learning.No prior community engagement experience necessary.
Difficulty Level
Introductory
Suitable for motivated learners
Subject Category
Social Sciences, Communication, Humanities
Part of our Social Sciences, Communication, Humanities curriculum
Course Language
English
All materials in English
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Budget-Friendly Course
Typically around $49
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