Our course explores what can be done to solve the complex problem that half a billion people worldwide do not have improved water supplies and two billion do not have improved sanitation. We look forward to you joining us. We want to help you develop the skills you need to address this major global challenge of the 21st century.
Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems
Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems
Instructors: Prof Dale Whittington
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FA
5
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2020
It has been a great course for learning about water supply and sanitation in developing countries.
SP
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Reviewed on May 31, 2020
It was very great and useful course for me . The instrction was good enough to understand the course.
KM
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Reviewed on Nov 19, 2018
Thank you for taking time to share your knowledge and passions with us. I found this class very informative and sometimes challenging. It made me think about topics from different perspectives.
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