Geographicity: Understanding Human Spaces
Explore the concept of human space through geography, cartography, urbanization, and spatial justice.
Explore the concept of human space through geography, cartography, urbanization, and spatial justice.
This introductory course delves into the multifaceted concept of human space, examining how urbanization, mobility, digital technologies, and globalization have transformed our perception and interaction with space. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of space as both a perception and a daily practice. The course covers key topics such as city dynamics, urbanization processes, individual actors in a global context, emerging digital spatialities, and the complex relationship between societies and their bio-physical environments. Participants will develop practical skills in cartography, learning to both interpret and create maps as powerful tools for spatial analysis. The curriculum also addresses crucial issues of spatial agency and justice, providing a holistic view of how geography interconnects various social sciences. Through nine sessions, each featuring a recognized specialist filmed in a unique 'thinking place' around the world, students will gain a global perspective on spatial concepts and their real-world applications.
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What you'll learn
Develop a comprehensive understanding of space as both perception and daily practice
Master the art of reading and creating maps for spatial analysis
Analyze the impact of urbanization, digital technologies, and globalization on spatial concepts
Explore the relationship between societies and their bio-physical environments
Understand the role of geography in connecting various social sciences
Examine key issues in spatial agency and justice
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Module Description
This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the concept of geographicity, exploring how humans perceive, interact with, and shape space. It begins by connecting everyday experiences to the fundamental concepts of contact and remoteness, providing a practical foundation for understanding spatial relationships. The curriculum then expands to cover broader themes such as urbanization, mobility, and the impact of digital technologies on our spatial perceptions. Students will examine the complexities of city life, including urbanity and urbanism, and explore how individual actors navigate an increasingly globalized world. The course also delves into emerging digital spatialities and the intricate space-time relationship. A significant portion of the course is dedicated to cartography, teaching students not only to interpret maps but also to create their own, emphasizing the power of visual spatial representation. Throughout the nine sessions, students will engage with recognized specialists filmed in various locations worldwide, providing a truly global perspective on spatial concepts and theories. The course concludes by addressing critical issues of spatial agency and justice, encouraging students to consider the ethical and practical implications of spatial planning and policy.
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Pioneer in Urban Geography and Spatial Theory
Jacques Lévy, born in 1952, is Professor Emeritus at École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) and professor at the University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne. A geographer and urbanist, he has revolutionized the field through his comprehensive theory of social space and urbanity. As director of Chôros Laboratory and co-director of EspacesTemps.net, he pioneered innovative approaches to cartography and introduced audiovisual methods into academic research. His work spans epistemology of social sciences, spatial theory, urbanity, globalization, and European studies. In 2018, he received the prestigious Vautrin-Lud Prize, considered the highest international award in Geography. His achievements include developing four explanatory models of globalization, creating participatory mapping practices, and directing the scientific film "Urbanity/ies" (2013). Through hundreds of articles and numerous books, he has consistently bridged theoretical geography with practical urban planning, while advancing the use of non-verbal languages in academic research
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Expert in Urban Mobility and Design Research
Farzaneh Bahrami completed her Ph.D. at EPFL's Laboratory of Urbanism, focusing on the future of mobility and urban transformation. Her research examines the interplay between mobility systems and urban forms, particularly investigating transitions away from car dominance in cities. As a doctoral researcher at EPFL, she contributed to the Post Car World project under Prof. Jacques Lévy and collaborated with the Lab-U team. Her work spans multiple aspects of urban mobility, including walking futures, smart cities, and the spatial implications of autonomous vehicles. She has published extensively on topics such as urban planning for micromobilities, walking in smart cities, and the transformation of urban mobility systems. Her research combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications in urban design, contributing to our understanding of how cities can evolve beyond car-dependent infrastructure.
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