Building A Knowledge Society for Development

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Course Description
This course is an overview of the fundamental concepts of Knowledge Economy, illustrated with data and figures of practical applications where the concept is being used to successfully tackle development challenges. The course is a primer for development practitioners wishing to understand the potential of this tool to enhance the effectiveness of their efforts, as well as for government decision-makers exploring new and effective alternative development strategies. This course is also a quick and practical guide for students who are looking for promising new fields where to focus their career. Finally, the course is an opportunity for the general public to get facts and figures on this complex subject in a bullet-size, accessible presentation, which will enrich their understanding of the world we live in
After taking this course, you will be able to:
- Incorporate the subject of ICT in your development programs.
- Facilitate your understanding of the role of ICT in development
- Broaden the spectrum of your job opportunities, given the "cross-sectors" character of ICT4DEV
This course is for those within the following business functions:
- Students, professionals and practitioners who want to pursue a professional career in deploying ICT and innovation as a tool to boost international development
- People fueled by a will to excel in their respective academic contexts, and willing to engage in an innovative process that will use all the benefits of existing technology to develop what could be a new development model for academic design and implementation.
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Instructions
- Course Instructions
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Introduction
- Building a Knowledge Society for Development main page
- Instructor Bio
- Quiz 1
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Lesson 1: Global Development
- An Interconnected, Globalized World
- Global Development
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Lesson 2: Knowledge Society
- From Knowledge Society to Knowledge Economy
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Lesson 3: ICT Role in Development
- ICT potential, use and examples
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Conclusion
- Quiz 2
- Final Remarks
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Full Course
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About the Expert
Danilo Piaggesi