Includes bibliographical references (p. 329-345) and indexes.
Contents:
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.
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