Practical Approaches to Transformative Development - ONLINE
Moodle: 12.04.2027 - 02.07.2027
Video Classes: 12.04.2027 - 02.07.2027
Evening classes: Wednesday, 07:00-09:30 pm (CEST/CET)
28.02.2027
No lectures during Pentecost break (May 17-28, 2027)! Please note the alternative dates.
Completely online
Module Description
This course introduces practical approaches to transformative development. It focuses on project cycle management based on Christian values. What is a biblical understanding of “poverty” and “development”? How can a high level of participation and identification of the target group be achieved? What is the role of development workers? How can a process of project planning and implementation be designed so that it brings about sustainable change?
Content
- Reflection on a biblical understanding of poverty and development
- Participatory methods in project planning
- Project cycle management: analysis, planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation
- Reflection on the role and worldview of Christian development workers
Result of the course
students shall
- have a deepened understanding of the biblical perspective on poverty and development
- be able to apply practical methods for project planning and project work
- be able to design community change processes and participatory development activities at community level
- understand the role of the Christian church in transformative development practice
Assignments
Reading ca. 100 pages of book chapters and articles. Writing a reflection on one’s own or an organization’s understanding of development.
Online only
classes 10 evenings with 2.5 hrs. live video session and self-study in between (80-90 h total)
pre-class work on and submit assignments (45-55 h)
Price table
| Seminar Fee | 590 € |
| Seminar Late Registration Fee | 20 € |
| Reduced Seminar Fee | 501 € |
