Planner's Network 'Student Disorientation Guide'

Planners Network publishes a free "How-to manual for a progressive planning education".

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October 8, 2004, 11:00 AM PDT

By Chris Steins @planetizen


Compiled through the collaborative efforts of a team of PN students and activists, the guide reflects many of the issues and challenges each generation of would-be planners encounters as they begin in the field. Along with articles that challenge current planning and educational paradigms, it also contains dozens of ideas for events and activities.

The guide contains a comprehensive timeline of progressive planning, formalized resource databanks, popular education workshops, book and movie lists, and a variety of articles.

Thanks to Planner's Network Email Newsletter

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