Community Involvement: Theoretical Approaches and Educational Initiatives

Stukas, Arthur; Dunlap, Michelle; Frieze, Irene Hanson

The contributors to this special issue present an overview of the recent history and trends associated with community involvement, including definitions, goals, major movements, and examples of specific models. A special emphasis is given to service-learning programs and the factors that produce beneficial outcomes for all relevant constituencies.

• Presents an overview of the recent history and trends associated with community involvement, including definitions, goals, major movements, and examples of specific models
• Includes discussions of the functions, processes, and theoretical underpinnings of community involvement and specific types of involvement such as community service, service-learning, and volunteerism
• Highlights themes such as education, power relations, and motivation as they emerge from the discussion of community involvement

Details

Published by: Wiley-Blackwell

Publication Date: 2002-09-10

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781405107938

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Dimensions: 228.6cm x152.4cm

Pages: 242.0