Development Tools and Skills (L2146S)
Development Tools and Skills
Module L2146S
Module details for 2023/24.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
The aim of the module is to introduce students to a range of key tools, approaches and skills used in the development world to identify, design and evaluate development interventions. The module will take a `hands on¿ approach and will allow students to develop skills which are useful not only in development but also in many other types of work in the public policy, private and voluntary sectors. In addition to the specific skills and tools covered in this module - such as project management, problem analysis, stakeholder analysis, risk analysis, cost-benefit analysis and logical frameworks - students will also gain experience in working in teams, in presenting clear and convincing arguments, and in advocacy and negotiating. The module is based around a series of three-hour workshops, and students will work together in groups throughout the term to apply a variety of tools and skills to different development scenarios and then reflect critically on their strengths and weakness.
Course Learning Outcomes
1. To demonstrate knowledge of a range of key tools and approaches used in development organisations to identify, design and evaluate development programmes.
2. To gain practical experience of using and applying these tools and approaches.
3. To critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of these tools and approaches.
4. To develop interpersonal skills of working in teams, in presenting clear and convincing arguments, and in advocacy and negotiating."
Module learning outcomes
To demonstrate knowledge of the key steps and processes involved in designing development programmes and consider how these can be decolonised to better contribute to global solidarity and social justice.
To demonstrate knowledge of a range of tools, skills and approaches used by organisations in the Global South and North to understand development issues and to design and evaluate development programmes.
To gain practical experience of using and applying several tools, skillsand approaches.
To critically evaluate the strengths, weaknesses and consequences of using alternative tools, skills and approaches.
To develop interpersonal skills of building relationships, working in teams and in presenting clear and convincing analysis.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Group Presentation | T2 Week 11 (10 minutes) | 100.00% |
| Take Away paper | Spring Vacation Week 3 Fri 10:00 | 80.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 3 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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Dr Elizabeth Mills
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