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Storytelling for Systems Change
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:29:19
Abstract
This course provides a foundation in the principles, techniques, and strategies for storytelling in the context of systems change. Key topics include:- Psychology of Stories- Key Elements and Techniques of Storytelling- Ethics & Authenticity- Using Stories in Project Cycle Management
Objective
By the end of this course, participants will be able to apply and adapt the fundamentals of storytelling to support their work as development practitioners and as proponents of systems change. They will be able to integrate storytelling techniques into activities such as reporting, fundraising, and context analysis. They will be better equipped to construct stories that are engaging and illustrative of the complexity of systems change.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- WBZ , NDS
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise |
Storytelling for Systems Change
Block course: 04.09.2024. – 05.09.2024
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No time listed | 16 h semesterly |
Offered In
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MAS in Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development (The compulsory courses of NADEL are accessible only for students of the MAS in Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development and for qualified employees with at least two years experience in development cooperation and a Master's level or equivalent level of education as recognized by ETH. PhD students doing empirical research in development cooperation may be admitted "sur Dossier". The elective courses are open to master students of the ETH with registration/ waiting list. MAS students do have priority.)
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CAS in Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development (Take place each spring semester and every second autumn semester (odd years).)