Unit 4.1: Introduction
In this unit, we will look at the following:
- Concept of rural-urban migration (definition and application).
- Push and pull factors.
- Definition of rural depopulation.
- Causes and consequences of rural depopulation on people and the economy.
- Strategies to address rural depopulation.
- A case study that illustrates the effects of rural depopulation and strategies to address them.
- Social justice issues associated with rural settlements.
Objectives/Outcomes
On completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Rural-urban migration
- Rural depopulation
- Social justice issues associated with rural depopulation
Prepared Resources
- Laptop / Participants Guide
- Notes; Group discussions
- Examination Guidelines 2021
- Google Sheets – Online Activity
- PPT Presentation Laptops
- Participants Guide / USB: Course material and activities for participants