Citizenship & Civic Responsibility (CIV103)
Learn citizenship concepts by building interactive projects that promote civic engagement and community participation.
Learning Objectives
- Define citizenship in its multiple dimensions (legal, political, social, cultural)
- Analyze the rights and responsibilities associated with citizenship
- Evaluate models of civic participation and their effectiveness
- Apply citizenship concepts to address real-world civic challenges
- Develop skills for effective civic engagement and deliberation
Citizenship Projects
Complete these projects to build a portfolio demonstrating your understanding of citizenship and civic engagement. Each project becomes progressively more challenging and builds upon skills from previous projects.
Civic Engagement Platform
Build an interactive platform that connects citizens with engagement opportunities in their community.
Community Decision Tool
Create an interactive tool that helps communities make decisions through deliberative democracy processes.
Participatory Budgeting Simulator
Develop an interactive simulation that educates citizens about participatory budgeting processes.
Civic Design Framework
Create a comprehensive framework for designing inclusive and effective civic institutions.
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Career Opportunities
These citizenship skills can lead to the following career paths:
Civic Engagement Coordinator
Organize community initiatives, coordinate volunteer efforts, and develop programs that promote civic participation.
Community Development Specialist
Design and implement programs that strengthen civic infrastructure, facilitate public dialogue, and address community needs.
Civic Technology Director
Lead initiatives that leverage technology to enhance civic participation, government transparency, and community problem-solving.