Challenges of Urban Living
Students explore issues such as housing shortages, traffic congestion, and pollution in rapidly growing urban centers.
Key Questions
- Explain how urban planning decisions can exacerbate or alleviate traffic congestion.
- Critique the effectiveness of different strategies for managing urban waste and pollution.
- Hypothesize the social impacts of inadequate housing on urban populations.
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