Description

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

Editor: Stukas, Arthur, Editor: Dunlap, Michelle, Editor: Frieze, Irene Hanson

Topic: Sociology
Media: Book
ISBN: 1405107936
Language: English
Pages: 242