Community development

While you may refer to particular authors, avoid direct quotations from the readings. Put the
Ideas from the readings and dialogues into your own words instead.

Which model(s) or approaches are most effective in ensuring the genuine participation of the public in community development? Why? In your response:
1) define what you mean as the public,and
2) define and critique the merits and shortcomings of each
approach in regards to – a) overall goals, b) methods and processes for participation, c)
The role of a planner and CBO (such as a neighborhood civic association), and d)
Potential impact or outcomes for communities. Provide specific examples from your
observations of public meetings, lectures, films and the readings.

1. Rational planning
2. Asset based community development
3. Community mobilizing
4. Advocacy planning
5. Community development corporations