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11.301J Introduction to Urban Design and Development | Urban Studies and Planning

11.301J Introduction to Urban Design and Development | Urban Studies and Planning

This course examines both the structure of cities and ways they can be changed. Its scope includes historical forces that have produced cities, models of urban analysis, contemporary theories of urban design, and implementation strategies. Core lectures are supplemented by discussion sessions focusing on student work and field trips. Guest speakers present cases involving current projects illustrating the scope and methods of urban design practice.
Keywords:
the Efficient City, Urban Planning, case studies, the City as a Work of Art, the Secure City, incentives to encourage good design, the Garden City, public development, the Information City, regulation of private development, American city, plans, market, field trips, Urban Studies, Cities, proposals, Virtual City, Traditional City, social forces, Boston
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Material Type:
Online Course
Date Added to MERLOT:
May 12, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
June 5, 2019
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Barbra Bied Sperling
Hispanic Serving Institution
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Graduate School
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English
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