Urban Transformation Courses and Certifications

City as a Startup - Transforming Downtown Las Vegas

Tony Hsieh's ambitious $350 million Downtown Project aims to transform Las Vegas' urban core into a vibrant, connected community. Explore the project's successes, challenges, and potential lessons for urban revitalization.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

RMIT;  European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT)

Electric Mobility in the Age of Climate Change

Explore the design and delivery of electric vehicle infrastructure to reduce carbon emissions in cities.

• FutureLearn
• 2 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

TEDx

Dreaming and Depaving - Transforming Urban Spaces Through Community Action

Katherine Rose explores how Depave transforms urban spaces by replacing asphalt with green areas, fostering community engagement and environmental change through creative, participatory design processes.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

The Art of Observation - An Architectural Point of View

Explore architecture's role in reshaping urban spaces, considering residents' needs and cultural heritage. Develop a new perspective to actively participate in transforming our surroundings.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

media.ccc.de

Hacking Google Maps

Explore the impact of digital maps on urban spaces and society, examining critical perspectives, surveillance capitalism, and the potential for civic hacking in shaping smart cities.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TEDx

How Pop Culture Catalysed the New Manchester

Explore Manchester's transformation from post-industrial decline to vibrant metropolis through the lens of pop culture, property, and politics, as witnessed by a longtime resident and cultural insider.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Aspen Institute

Youth Leaders Unlocking Justice - Advancing Community Transformation in Lawrence, Massachusetts

Exploring youth-led initiatives in Lawrence, MA to address inequities and promote community transformation, featuring insights from young leaders and local organizations on advancing justice and safety.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

Awakening Community Through Tactical Urbanism

Explore tactical urbanism's role in city development and community engagement. Learn how small-scale interventions can transform urban spaces and foster vibrant, connected neighborhoods.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

Leveraging Data for Impact on Informal Settlements

Discover how data-driven urban planning transforms informal settlements, improving access to essential services and positively impacting millions of lives in Pune, Maharashtra.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

Igniting Change - From Slums to Success

Inspiring journey of social activist Rouble Nagi, who transformed slums through art, education, and empowerment. Emphasizes personal growth, determination, and finding purpose to create positive change in communities.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Lund University

녹색 경제: 지속 가능한 도시

지속 가능한 도시 개발의 핵심 동향과 혁신을 탐구하며, 도시화, 탈탄소화, 지속가능성의 연결고리를 살펴봅니다. 실제 사례와 미래 가능성을 통해 녹색 경제로의 전환을 모색합니다.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

TEDx

Explorando Nuevas Formas de Vivir en un Mundo Incierto

Descubre cómo los espacios de coworking se han adaptado a las necesidades actuales, ofreciendo flexibilidad y comunidad para profesionales en un mundo cambiante.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

Transforming Idle Spaces into Social and Leisure Areas

Laura Bier compartilha ideias inovadoras para revitalizar espaços ociosos, criando ambientes de convivência e lazer através de parcerias e conexões, impactando positivamente comunidades.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

Changing Streets to Rewrite Stories - Rethinking Urban Spaces for People

Ripensare le strade come spazi per le persone: da luoghi per le auto a centri di comunità sicuri per bambini e adulti, trasformando la visione urbanistica tradizionale.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

Rede é Afetos e Conexões - Gerando Bem Comum Através de Conexões Sociais

Conexões e afetos como base para redes sociais locais que promovem o bem comum. Everardo de Aguiar compartilha sua visão sobre o poder das relações humanas na transformação social e políticas públicas.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course