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The Multilevel Community Engagement Model : School, Community, Workplace Engagement and Service-Learning
In a culturally diverse and complex world, there is a need for a framework to help foster school, community, and workplace engagement for addressing immediate needs and issues that individuals, families, groups, and organizations experience across these different but interrelated domains of life.Introducing the Multilevel Community Engagement Model (MCEM), Muhammad Hassan Raza provides a comprehensive, inclusive, and culturally appropriate framework to systematically develop, implement, and evaluate programs in societies around the world. Helping to address important and immediate contemporary societal needs and issues and achieve positive and sustainable outcomes, The Multilevel Community Engagement Model provides an inclusive, engaged, and systematic framework to develop, implement, and evaluate programs covering various topics and issues, such as family and child development, intimate partner violence, women’s empowerment, child abuse and neglect, diversity issues in education, Intimate relationships, family life education, mental health, mass violence, business, organizational psychology, STEM, health and social services, and workplace communication.The MCEM framework offers step-by step practical guidance and real-life cases and examples across cultures and contexts to foster engagement of all relevant stakeholder groups and promotes diversity and inclusion throughout the MCEM program cycle. Acting as a comprehensive but easy to navigate roadmap, this is a useful resource for instructors, researchers, practitioners, and organizations globally for effectively working with all groups of students, families, groups, and organizations in school, community, and workplace inclusively.
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Youth, School, and Community : Participatory Institutional Ethnographies
This book examines how young people’s experiences of inclusion and exclusion are shaped by extended social relations, coordinating thought and conduct across time and space.Working with young people and using a range of participatory institutional ethnographic strategies, Naomi Nichols investigates the social and institutional relations which differentially punctuate the lives of youth.While the research begins with what young people know and have experienced, this starting place anchors a deeper investigation of the public sector institutions and institutional processes that remain implicated in social-historical-economic processes of global capitalism, imperialism, and colonialism. Youth, School, and Community connects the dots between, on the one hand, the abstract objectified accounts produced by institutions and enabling institutional action and accounting practices, and, on the other hand, the actual material conditions of young people’s lives and development, which these accounts obscure.The focus on specific policies and procedures that produce young people’s experiences of racialized inclusion/exclusion and safety/risk make this book particularly useful to academics, professionals, and activists who want to ensure that young people experience equitable access to public sector resources and not disproportionate exposure to public sector punishments and punitive interventions.
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International Community Development Practice
International Community Development Practice provides readers with practice-based examples of good community development, demonstrating its value for strengthening people power and improving the effectiveness of development agencies, whether these be governmental, non-governmental or private sector.The chapters focus upon the making of the community development profession and the eight core competences required of the professional practitioner, as outlined by the International Association for Community Development (IACD), whatever their job title or host agency, in order to be able to undertake community development.These are concerned with the ability of the practitioner to:Put ethics and values into practiceEngage with communitiesEnsure participatory planningOrganize for changeSupport learning for changePromote diversity and inclusionBuild leadership and infrastructureDevelop and improve policy and practiceFrom a policy perspective, the book will reassert the role of community development approaches as related to a wide variety of global challenges, including poverty amelioration, climate change, human rights, peace building and social, environmental, political and economic development.From a practice perspective, the book will reassert the importance of high levels of professional competence building upon decades of experience in the field around the world by development practitioners working in community work, social work, health, adult education, environmental protection, local economic development, urban design, cultural work and other disciplines concerned to support effective community development.
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Employing Community-Based Experiential Learning in Teacher Education
This book positions itself at the intersection of the interrelationship between three key areas of initial teacher education: constructivist learning theories, teaching practicum, and the promotion of reflective practices.It presents an innovative approach to teacher preparation at undergraduate and postgraduate levels by critically examining the implementation of a mandatory experiential learning block across subject disciplines on undergraduate and postgraduate teacher preparation courses.This book presents multiple examples and case studies of these varied experiential learning projects that will inform academics, teachers and policymakers.Through these rich examples the authors set out to address the theory-practice dilemma in teacher education, where teachers-to-be are often positioned as ‘consumers’ of educational research in classrooms, read reference books and academic papers on teaching, and observe university and school experts before applying the same acquired theories and practices in their own classes.In the book the authors argue for a shift away from this conventional teacher-learning curriculum that is characterised by the separation of theory and practice, choosing instead to promote pedagogy and methods courses where practice underpins all learning.These pedagogical perspectives include the promotion of a diverse range of learning contexts (including on- and off-campus learning sites) for student teachers to experience during their time on teacher education courses.
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Should it be called community school or high school? or community school or high school?
The name of the school should reflect its primary focus and purpose. If the school serves a specific community and is deeply integrated within it, then "community school" would be a more appropriate name. On the other hand, if the school's main emphasis is on academic achievement and preparing students for higher education, then "high school" would be a better fit. Ultimately, the name should accurately represent the school's mission and values to the students, parents, and community it serves.
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Is school a forced community?
School can be seen as a forced community in the sense that students are required to attend and participate in the school environment. However, it can also be viewed as a necessary community for learning and social development. While students may not have chosen to be part of the school community, it provides opportunities for education, social interaction, and personal growth. Ultimately, the perception of school as a forced community may vary depending on individual experiences and perspectives.
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Is a community college a continuing education college?
No, a community college is not the same as a continuing education college. Community colleges typically offer a wider range of academic programs, including associate degrees and transfer programs to four-year universities, in addition to continuing education courses. Continuing education colleges, on the other hand, primarily focus on providing non-credit courses and professional development opportunities for adult learners looking to enhance their skills or pursue personal interests.
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Is the LGBTQ community only one level below the furry community?
It is not accurate to categorize the LGBTQ community as being one level below the furry community. The LGBTQ community represents individuals with diverse sexual orientations and gender identities, advocating for equality and acceptance. On the other hand, the furry community consists of individuals who are interested in anthropomorphic animal characters and often participate in activities like creating artwork or dressing up in costumes. Both communities are distinct and should not be compared in terms of hierarchy.
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The Well-Connected Community : A Networking Approach to Community Development
There is a growing recognition of the importance of networking for the vitality and cohesion of community life.The Well-Connected Community provides theoretical insights and practical guidance for people working with and for communities.This new edition has been updated to reflect recent research, policy development and changes in practice and takes account of changing political and economic circumstances.
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Toward Positive Youth Development : Transforming Schools and Community Programs
Social settings have enormous power to promote or hinder positive youth development.Researchers and practitioners know a great deal about features of schools and programs for youth that affect development, but much less about how to transform settings to bring about these desirable features.This book shows how to harness the power of settings.It shifts the debate from simply enhancing youth outcomes at the individual level to improving the settings of youths' daily lives.The book offers researchers and practitioners blueprints for creating and changing influential settings including classrooms, schools, universities, out-of-school time programs, ethnic systems of supplementary education, and other community-based programs.Leading scholars in psychology, education, human development, sociology, anthropology, economics, law, and public policy discuss a wide array of social change strategies, and describe how to measure key features of settings as a target and guide for change.The authors also demonstrate how larger social structures - such as school districts, community coalitions, community data resources - can support change.Many of the chapters describe ways to make settings work for all youth, including those marginalized by reason of race, ethnicity, social class, or sexual orientation.Toward Positive Youth Development will guide researchers, educators, administrators and policy makers to improve schools and youth programs for all of America's youth.
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Introduction to Community Development : Theory, Practice, and Service-Learning
Historical context, theoretical grounding, critical issues perspective, and the "how-to" for community developmentThis collection of work by leading community development scholars presents students with a theoretical and practical introduction to the field.The text progresses seamlessly from a theoretical overview to a historical overview to three approaches to community development (ecological, interactional, and structural-functional), then explores the practice of community development along with technical assistance, action research, evaluation research, and the role of local organizations, local leadership, and coalitions.The book concludes with critical issues, such as rural development, inner-city development, youth in community development, health care, public schools, and sustainable development. Key features include:New community development intervention models, using examples from recent events to demonstrate the strengths and challenges of such models Community service-learning activities, providing useful examples and case studies of successful service-learning programs in communities A hierarchy of learning activities and exercises within each chapter, ensuring that students learn how to apply concepts to real-world issues Relevant cases of successful community development interventions, giving students examples of 'best practices'Major trends, challenges, and prospects for the future in community development, helping students identify key issues and opportunities Instructor Teaching Site: Password-protected resources contain learning modules, developed by the authors, which include exercises and activities which reinforce chapter content, and demonstrate application of concepts in real-life communities. Student Study Site: Open-access study materials include chapter self-quizzes to aid content learning. This comprehensive, introductory survey text is designed for upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses in Community Development, Urban Studies, Rural Development, and Introduction to Service Learning found in departments of sociology, public administration, management, and social work.
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The Thinking School : Developing a dynamic learning community
A modern-day reflective guide to detail how school leaders can develop a unique and expansive learning environment for teachers.The book is a practical manual that includes examples of activities that can be promoted to develop informal and formal teacher learning activities.Atwal argues that in the very workplaces where the core business is `learning’, the quality of staff learning in schools is poor and underdeveloped - there is significant room for improvement.This book is essential reading for all those interested in driving improvement in education in schools and anyone who has cared about children’s learning or teacher learning.
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What are community games?
Community games are games that are organized and played within a specific community or group of people. These games are often informal, inclusive, and focused on bringing people together for fun and social interaction. Community games can range from traditional sports like soccer or basketball to more creative and unique activities like scavenger hunts or talent shows. The main goal of community games is to promote teamwork, communication, and a sense of belonging among participants.
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What do you think of the community school?
I think the community school is a great initiative that brings together students, parents, and local organizations to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment. By involving the community in the education process, the school can address the specific needs and interests of the students and provide a more well-rounded education. Additionally, the community school can serve as a hub for various resources and services that benefit the entire community, not just the students. Overall, I believe the community school is a positive and effective approach to education.
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How is the LGBTQIA+ community represented in school?
The representation of the LGBTQIA+ community in schools varies widely depending on the location and the specific school. In some schools, there may be inclusive policies and support systems in place for LGBTQIA+ students, such as gender-neutral restrooms, LGBTQ+ student organizations, and inclusive curriculum. However, in many schools, LGBTQIA+ representation may be lacking, and students may face discrimination, bullying, and a lack of support from staff and peers. Efforts to improve LGBTQIA+ representation in schools include advocating for inclusive policies, providing LGBTQ+ education and training for staff, and promoting acceptance and understanding among students.
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What is the difference between a household community and a community of need?
A household community refers to a group of people who live together in a shared physical space, such as a family or a group of roommates. On the other hand, a community of need is a group of individuals who come together based on a common need or challenge they are facing, such as a support group for individuals dealing with addiction or a community organization providing assistance to those experiencing homelessness. While a household community is based on shared living arrangements, a community of need is based on shared experiences or circumstances that require support and assistance from others.
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