Civic Engagement Courses and Certifications

Democracy? You think you know?

6 ratings at OpenLearn

Participating in democratic processes is seen as being a fundamental aspect of citizenship. All pupils need a broad knowledge and understanding of the rights, responsibilities and duties of ...

• OpenLearn
• 8 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

TED

What if a US Presidential Candidate Refuses to Concede After an Election

Van Jones explores legal loopholes in US elections, highlighting the importance of concession speeches and peaceful power transfers. He offers insights on safeguarding democracy and citizen action in contested outcomes.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Empowering communities

5 ratings at OpenLearn

This free course, Empowering communities, discusses the most common forms of community empowerment, and explores the barriers to community empowerment and ways that these can be overcome. It will ...

• OpenLearn
• 4 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Political Geometry - The Mathematics of Redistricting

1 rating

Explore mathematical approaches to redistricting, examining how models can improve the process and address challenges in voting rights, representation, and fair electoral boundaries.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Formadores de Ciudadanía

6 ratings

Desarrollo de competencias para formar ciudadanos activos, críticos y constructivos en una sociedad democrática, abordando convivencia pacífica, participación y valoración de diferencias.

• Coursera
• 1 day 22 hours 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

A Public Address on Democratic Activism and Rule of Law - Daw Aung San Suu Kyi

Burmese leader Aung San Suu Kyi discusses democratic activism, rule of law, and civic responsibility in Myanmar, emphasizing political participation and overcoming obstacles to build a free society.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Spaces and Services for Local Communities

Explore innovative approaches to urban design, management, and community-building, focusing on proximity and local engagement in city development.

• Polimi OPEN KNOWLEDGE
• 3 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Introduction to making political and social change

5 ratings at OpenLearn

Written in a moment of multiple crises – environmental, economic, political, social and health-related – ‘An Introduction to making political and social change’ gives you a grounding in some of the...

• OpenLearn
• 10 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Media and Information Literacy for Teachers

Empowering teachers with media literacy skills to integrate into curricula, fostering critical thinking and civic participation in the digital age. Focus on understanding media's role, ethical considerations, and diverse content creation.

• Swayam
• 16 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Public Policy and Administration in India

Explore India's public policy landscape, covering governance, decentralization, budgeting, citizen-admin relations, and social welfare. Gain insights into policy processes, local governance, and key social initiatives.

• Swayam
• 15 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Athenian Democracy - Judicial System, Women's Roles, and Slavery

Explore Athenian democracy's judicial system, women's roles, and slavery, drawing parallels to modern society. Gain insights into ancient Greek political and social structures.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Democracy and Civics - Fortifying Participation for Change

Explore how strengthening democracy and civic engagement can empower citizens to drive meaningful change, featuring insights from journalist Joanne Lipman and civic leader Eric Liu.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Leadership in Action - Empowering Change Through Aspen Institute Programs

Explore leadership insights with NPR's Jenn White, Anne Mosle of Ascend, and Mayor Melvin Carter. Discover empowering initiatives driving positive change globally.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

TED

How Bad Architecture Wrecked Cities

Explore how poor urban design impacts civic life and learn about creating public spaces that foster community engagement and a sense of place.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Online Communities as Model Systems for Commons Governance

Exploring how online communities serve as laboratories for self-governance, offering insights into institutional design and functioning through computational social science approaches.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video