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Understanding Violence

We are so pleased to have you join us as we investigate this crucial topic. Violence is a leading cause of death, disability and health care use worldwide. Violence is a complex problem and can only be understood and reduced though a multidisciplinary approach. This course introduces you to experts who study different forms of violence and we will discuss the various causes of violence. You will also learn about efforts to reduce violence and engage in a day of compassion. We are very fortunate that PRESIDENT JIMMY CARTER is participating in our course. He delivers a lecture on the efforts of the Carter Center to end violence around the world, and he engages in a discussion with us about his life and work in human rights. Do join us for short videos, readings and discussions. And also see our coffee chats, where we (Pamela and Deb) summarize and reflect on each module. And we want to hear from you! Feel free to reach out via Twitter or through the course, or through our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/understandingviolence01/.

Status: International Relations
Status: Substance Abuse
BeginnerCourse15 hours

Featured reviews

SB

4.0Reviewed Apr 24, 2018

A good basic course on the ideas and understanding of violence. Beginners in the study of violence can learn much from this course

AC

4.0Reviewed Aug 29, 2020

Peer graded assessment is not appriciated try using more quizes instead of peer

AD

4.0Reviewed Oct 4, 2016

Good general overview. Only wish it was longer and could cover material in more detail.

MN

5.0Reviewed Dec 9, 2024

Very interesting and insightful and alarming at times. Loved the peer reviewed assessments that required a bit of work and not just the usual quiz's

LI

5.0Reviewed Aug 23, 2021

The course has helped me develop. It covers all aspects of violence. I enjoyed the peer reviewed assignments.

AM

5.0Reviewed Sep 20, 2017

Very informative and interesting. Learned some great new concepts and how different types of violence impact others.

RM

5.0Reviewed Sep 12, 2020

One of the best course to understand the fundamentals of violence

AB

5.0Reviewed Jun 17, 2020

Excellent course to understand roots of violence and to implement prevention programs according to the type of violence.

CB

5.0Reviewed Feb 28, 2020

This course is really helping me to understand what is violence and the different types of violence. It is inline with the research I am presently undertaking.

QB

5.0Reviewed Dec 7, 2020

Excellent and highly informative course, highly recommended.

PK

5.0Reviewed Sep 17, 2024

A well structured course. I really enjoyed all the lectures. Go for it!!

KD

4.0Reviewed Jul 4, 2021

This course provides a comprehensive view of different kinds of violence and the various approaches for dealing with and mitigating violence. A very well-structured course as well.

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