NOOC Inherited Inequalities
This nano course is based on the 2022 Report on Economy and Development (RED), Inherited inequalities: The role of skills, employment, and wealth in the opportunities of new generations.
It is a short course designed as an introductory gateway to the topic of persistent inequalities in Latin America and the Caribbean, and how to overcome them, drawing on the insights and lessons from the Report.
Sign up for the course from July 09, 2025 to December 31, 2026
Open registration
online
Start date
July 09, 2025
Length
540 days
Effort
1 hora
Language
English
End date
December 31, 2026
Cost
free
Level
basic
Type
mooc
What is a NOOC?
It is a short, online and free course. These nano courses have been developed to enable Latin Americans and Caribbeans to learn quickly, easily, and concisely about development issues relevant to the region.
Objective:
To learn how to diagnose the persistence of inequality in Latin America and the Caribbean by exploring the structural barriers that limit social mobility in key dimensions of well-being such as education, income, health, and asset accumulation. It also aims to propose public policies to break the cycle of inherited inequality and ensure better opportunities for future generations.
Specific objectives:
-
Analyze in depth the social, economic, and political dynamics that contribute to the persistence of intergenerational inequality in the region, with a particular focus on education, employment, and wealth accumulation.
-
Identify the barriers to social mobility faced by new generations, highlighting the importance of public policies and community interventions in leveling the playing field.
-
Explore the impact of income inequality and wealth distribution on intergenerational social mobility, in order to better understand the pathways toward a more equitable society.
-
Understand existing strategies aimed at promoting equity and social justice, highlighting examples of successful interventions and areas of opportunity for innovation and change.
Target audience:
The course is aimed at policymakers, academics, international organizations, and social leaders interested in promoting more equitable and inclusive development in the region. It is also intended for students and educators seeking to understand the challenges of inequality and intergenerational mobility in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Methodology:
This course is delivered through an autonomous, flexible, and interactive approach, allowing participants to progress at their own pace and access the content from anywhere. Its modular structure combines the following learning resources:
- Explanatory videos that describe key concepts and facilitate understanding.
- Self-assessment activities that allow participants to reinforce learning.
Modules:
The course consists of 3 thematic modules distributed as follows:
-
Mobility in the region
-
Determinant factors
-
Barriers and public policies
Certificate:
Upon completing the course, participants will be able to obtain a digital certificate of completion, provided they meet the evaluation requirements.
