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Introduction To Peace Education

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of peace education. It explores the meaning of peace, different methods of learning peace, and the necessity for peace in various contexts. The course also covers peacebuilding, conflict prevention, post-conflict reconstruction, peace enforcement, and the role of peace institutions. Students will gain an understanding of peace processes, peace pedagogy, gender education, leadership for peace, and teacher-in-service training.

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78h
Study Time
13
Weeks
6h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Peace EducationConflict ResolutionPeacebuildingHuman RightsCivic Education

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Peace

2

Education

3

Conflict Transformation

4

Human Rights

5

Civic Responsibility

6

Gender Equality

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Peace Educator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Conflict Mediator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Human Rights Advocate

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Community Development Officer

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International Relations Specialist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationGovernmentNon-profitInternational OrganizationsCommunity Development

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

3h

Unit 1: Basic Definitions of Education And Peace

3 study hours
  • •Understand the dimensions of peace.
  • •Define education and peace.
  • •Identify and explain the elements of peace.
  • •Discuss the concept of peace.
Week
2

Module 1:

3h

Unit 2: History And Overview of Peace Education

3 study hours
  • •Describe the history of peace education.
  • •Explain its development and general overview.
  • •Discuss the roots of peace education.
  • •Understand international cooperation.
Week
3

Module 1:

3h

Unit 3: Conflict Transformation, International Co-operation, Networking And Virtuality

3 study hours
  • •Explain conflict transformation.
  • •Describe international cooperation, virtuality, and challenges.
  • •Highlight perspectives on peace education.
  • •Discuss the processes of transformation.
Week
4

Module 1:

3h

Unit 4: Conflict Prevention And Peacebuilding

3 study hours
  • •Define conflict prevention and planning.
  • •Define the meaning of peace building.
  • •Distinguish Peacekeeping and Peacemaking from Peace building.
  • •Discuss the constituents of Peace building.
Week
5

Module 2:

3h

Unit 1: Gender Education

3 study hours
  • •Discuss gender equality and gender differences.
  • •Explain Sexism in the context of school.
  • •Highlight national education and reforms.
  • •Define Gender and Gender Bias.
Week
6

Module 2:

3h

Unit 2: Anti-Prejudice Education

3 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of anti-prejudice education.
  • •Identify its similarities with racism.
  • •Highlight the signs of prejudice.
  • •Discuss the roles of parents and the society.
Week
7

Module 2:

3h

Unit 3: Leadership And Peace

3 study hours
  • •Discuss the three levels of leadership.
  • •Explain power, influence and leadership.
  • •Identify the role of leadership in building peace.
  • •Discuss leadership and the international community.
Week
8

Module 2:

3h

Unit 4: Civic Education

3 study hours
  • •Explain civic education.
  • •Explain aspects of civic education.
  • •Discuss related topics to civic education.
  • •Understand individual responsibilities and citizenship.
Week
9

Module 3:

3h

Unit 1: Human Rights

3 study hours
  • •Explain the emergence of the notion of human rights.
  • •Discuss its development.
  • •Explain the concept and acceptability of unrestricted human rights.
  • •Understand political implementation.
Week
10

Module 3:

3h

Unit 2: War And Strife In Africa: Issues In Peace Keeping

3 study hours
  • •Discuss war and strife in Africa.
  • •Highlight issues concerning peacekeeping.
  • •Discuss refugee problems in Africa.
  • •Discuss the UN and peacekeeping.
Week
11

Module 3:

3h

Unit 3: Enforcement of Peace

3 study hours
  • •Identify various ways of enforcing peace.
  • •Describe the role of a family, government, society and international community in peace enforcement.
  • •Understand peace enforcement.
Week
12

Module 3:

3h

Unit 4: The Concept of Unity

3 study hours
  • •Explain vividly the meaning of unity.
  • •Identify the factors that promote unity.
  • •Describe the benefits of unity.
  • •Discuss national unity.
Week
13

Modules 1-3

3h

Final Revision

3 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Complete assignments.
  • •Prepare for final examination.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 conflict resolution techniques

2

Practice applying human rights principles from Units 7-9 to case studies

3

Review key definitions from Units 1-2 weekly

4

Focus on understanding the different dimensions of peace education covered in Modules 4-6

5

Practice essay questions on the role of civil society and the military in promoting peace from Unit 12 weekly

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