Educating for democracy : preparing undergraduates for responsible political engagement /

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Altri autori: Colby, Anne, 1946-
Natura: Libro
Lingua:English
Pubblicazione: San Francisco : Stanford, CA : Jossey-Bass ; The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, [2007?]
Edizione:1st ed.
Serie:Jossey-Bass higher and adult education series.
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Sommario:
  • Citizenship, politics, and civic engagement
  • The role of higher education in preparing citizens
  • The open inquiry imperative
  • Creating environments of open inquiry
  • Teaching for political knowledge and understanding
  • Teaching democratic participation skills
  • Fostering political motivation
  • Learning through discussion and deliberation
  • Learning through political research and action projects
  • Learning through speakers and mentors
  • Learning through placements, internships, and service learning
  • Learning through structured reflection
  • Putting the pieces together.