Chapter 20 Learning Objectives

Urban Development

To understand global trends in urbanization and factors contributing to the urbanization of developing countries.
To become familiar with key concepts and theoretical approaches to understanding and interpreting the transformation of urban areas in developing countries.
To appreciate the central development issues for cities in the Global South, with specific reference to shelter and sustainability.
To learn about the major players in urban development—private developers, international agencies, government, NGOs, and urban movements—and be able to provide examples of their role in contemporary urban restructuring.