Class #1 - notes and outline

Introductory class - Functions and Roles of NGOs: Making Glocal Connections

Part I Introductions

Part II Intro to class - class format

Part III – Presentation and discussion
1) Terminology
2) What are they
3) What they do
4) Varieties
5) Why necessary
6) Roles
7) History
8) Trends
9) Reasons for Development
10) Development of NGOs in Japan
11) Skills needed
12) Problems/Challenges
13) Roles, functions and approaches

Part IV Group activity

PART V For next week: readings and assignments:
Each week I will assign 1-2 articles that will average about 25 pages. These will mostly reflect current study on NGOs but some will be from magazines or newspapers. Usually readings will be available on the Internet. Pay attention to key points, questions will be given to help guide you. I will also provide you with optional readings and extra resources.

We will spend about 15-20 minutes in each class using information from the readings so it is important you make time for the readings.