DES807 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR STUDENTS
Welcome to DES807 – Introduction to Community Development.
Please take note of the following important information:
* 1. DES807 IS COMPULSORY
* ✅ DES807 is compulsory for all Master’s students.
* 2. COURSE CREDIT
* ✅ It is a 1-Credit Unit course, but it is also a graduation requirement.
* 3. COMMUNITY-BASED PROJECT
* ✅ The course combines theoretical learning and practical application, culminating in a community-based project.
* 4. INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP PROJECT
* ✅ You may work individually or as a group.
* ✅ There is no fixed limit to group size. What matters is effective collaboration, clear roles, proper coordination, and documentation.
* 5. PROJECT DOCUMENTS
You will receive templates to guide your practicum, including:
* 📝 Project Proposal
* 📖 Logbook
* 📄 Final Reflection Report
* 6. NO PEN-ON-PAPER EXAM / NO TMA
* 🚫 There is no written (pen-on-paper) examination.
* 🚫 There is no TMA.
* 7. HOW YOU WILL BE GRADED
Your assessment will be based on:
* ✅ Class Attendance
* ✅ Upload of Proposal Form
* ✅ Upload of Logbook
* ✅ Upload of Final Report
* 8. E-LEARN PARTICIPATION
To participate fully in the course:
* ➡️ Log into the NOUN e-Learn platform.
* ➡️ Attend your classes on the scheduled days.
* ➡️ Participate meaningfully with your facilitator and fellow learners.
* 9. CERTIFICATE IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
* 📜 A Certificate in Community Development is available at ₦7,500 per student.
* 10. THE PURPOSE OF THE COURSE
* Ultimately, DES807 is about becoming more responsible, responsive, and resourceful citizens, while learning how to contribute meaningfully to our communities and build communities that reflect the very best in us.
Please take note of all the above information and ensure you participate actively in the course.
Thank you.
Dr. William Emina Uli
Course Facilitator and Coordinator
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