The Management Of Urban Growth
Overview
A city does not have to drown in its own growth. With good planning, the same forces that fill streets with traffic and edges with shacks can be channelled into decent homes, working transport and a cleaner environment. Around the world, governments, councils and communities are testing strategies to manage urban growth so that cities become more liveable and more sustainable.
In this lesson you will learn the main strategies used to manage urban growth, from upgrading informal settlements and building affordable housing to improving public transport, managing waste and protecting green space, and how to judge which ones really work. You will then study one named city in detail so you can write a full case study in the exam.
Objectives
- An evaluation of the strategies and techniques used to manage urban growth; including sustainable.
- One detailed specific example of a named urban area to include: • causes of urban growth • challenges and opportunities brought about by urban growth • the strategies and techniques used to manage urban growth; including sustainable.
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Congratulations on completing the lesson on The Management Of Urban Growth. Now that youve explored the key concepts and ideas, its time to put your knowledge to the test. This section offers a variety of practice questions designed to reinforce your understanding and help you gauge your grasp of the material.
You will encounter a mix of question types, including multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and essay questions. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to assess different aspects of your knowledge and critical thinking skills.
Use this evaluation section as an opportunity to reinforce your understanding of the topic and to identify any areas where you may need additional study. Don't be discouraged by any challenges you encounter; instead, view them as opportunities for growth and improvement.
- Slum upgrading means: A. demolishing an informal settlement entirely B. improving an informal settlement in place with services and secure tenure C. banning new migrants D. building a green belt Answer: B
- Which is a sustainable way to manage urban transport? A. widening roads for more cars only B. building mass transit such as a metro or bus rapid transit C. removing all public transport D. banning cycling Answer: B
- A green belt is used to: A. increase urban sprawl B. limit the outward spread of a city C. demolish the city centre D. raise birth rates Answer: B
- A satellite town such as Navi Mumbai helps a large city by: A. adding more people to the old centre B. drawing homes and jobs away to a second planned centre C. removing all services D. banning industry Answer: B
- Sustainable urban management must balance the economy, society and: A. the military B. the environment C. the stock market D. tourism only Answer: B
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