Understanding Violence Against Women Free Online Course by University of Strathclyde
The University of Strathclyde is offering free online course on Understanding Violence Against Women: Myths and Realities. This course is for anyone interested in challenging violence against women, you don’t need any prior experience of the topic.
In this six-week course, applicants will learn how to challenge attitudes that lead to violence against women and develop your knowledge of this human rights issue. This course will start on September 18, 2017.
Course At Glance
Length: 6 weeks
Effort: 2 hours/week
Subject: Understanding Violence Against Women: Myths and Realities
Institution: University of Strathclyde and Future learn
Languages: English
Price: Free
Certificate Available: Yes
Session: Course starts on September 18, 2017
Providers’ Details
The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological university located in the heart of Glasgow, Scotland’s biggest city. Its commitment to useful learning guides its research, learning and teaching – and the way it works with businesses and organisations.
About This Course
The United Nations considers violence against women to be a grave violation of human rights of epidemic proportions.
Such violence has profoundly negative consequences for individuals, communities and entire societies. This is why violence against women is a priority issue for governments and societies around the world.
Why Take This Course?
This is a free online course. This MOOC will be offered with Video Transcripts in English. Applicants can get a verified certificate.
Learning Outcomes
- A deeper understanding of the origins and concepts of violence against women in private and public life as currently defined.
- A developed awareness of the nature and extent of Violence against Women in private and public life
- A critical approach to societal views, attitudes and responses to Violence against Women
- An informed understanding of the impact of Violence against Women on individuals, families and communities
- An awareness of examples of good practice and strategies for preventing Violence against Women
Requirements
This course is for anyone interested in challenging violence against women, you don’t need any prior experience of the topic.
Instructors
Roisin mcgoldrick
Roisin mcgoldeick is a teaching fellow at Strathclyde University and also a registered social worker.
Anni Donaldson
Anni Donaldson is a Knowledge Exchange Fellow at the University of Strathclyde. I specialise in domestic abuse and violence against women research, practice development and teaching.
How To Join This Course
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