Posted: March 7th, 2017

List and discuss the background differences as it relates to planning in Europe and the United States. Choose one of the following nations: Great Britain, France, Netherlands, Scandinavia and Germany.

DUE WED AUG 20 discussion 1: List and discuss the background differences as it relates to planning in Europe and the United States. Choose one of the following nations: Great Britain, France, Netherlands, Scandinavia and Germany. Provide a comprehensive analysis related to key planning issues for the nation of your choosing.

DUE WED AUG 20 discussion 2: How does planning theory differ from the practice of planning? What is the major difference between public planning and private planning? List and discuss three theoretical approaches to the process of planning. Which approach do you feel is most effective for urban planners? Why?

DUE SATURDAY AUGUST 23 Final Paper assignment: The final assignment for this course is a research paper. This paper will reflect comprehensive understanding of key concepts that have been discussed during this course. This assignment will provide you with the opportunity to apply related urban planning concepts in an academic paper. The Research Paper will contribute 25% to the course grade.

Focus of the Research Paper

The Research Paper will be based on the urban planning topic selected in the Research Paper Proposal assignment from Week Two. Based on your selected urban planning topic, analyze the key issues with the use of exhibits and an appendix. You must include (but are not limited to) a discussion of the historical background and contemporary issues related to the paper topic. You must also include an evaluation regarding the plausible political issues that urban planners could potentially encounter and the potential consequences that could result from decision making. Be sure to apply key concepts from this course in your Research Paper.

Writing the Research Paper The Paper: 1.Must be 8 to 10 pages, double-spaced pages in length (not including the title page, appendix, reference page, and exhibits) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. 2.Must include a cover page that includes: ◦Name of paper, ◦Student’s name, ◦Course name and number ◦Instructor’s name ◦Date submitted 3.Must include an introductory paragraph with a succinct thesis statement. 4.Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought. 5.Must conclude with a restatement of the thesis and a conclusion paragraph. 6.Must use at least 10 scholarly sources 7.Must use APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center to document all sources 8.Must include, on the final page, a Reference List that is completed according to APA style