Challenges of Urban Growth: Slums and Sustainability
Students will investigate the social, economic, and environmental challenges associated with rapid urban growth, particularly the proliferation of informal settlements.
Key Questions
- Analyze the root causes of slum formation in rapidly urbanizing regions.
- Design sustainable solutions for improving living conditions in informal settlements.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of different urban planning strategies in managing growth.
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