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Civic participation and community action sourcebook : a resource for adult educators / edited by Andy Nash.

Nash, Andy. (Added Author). New England Literacy Resource Center. (Added Author).

Summary:

"This source book aims to reflect the many dimensions of civic and community involvement. Its purpose is to present a range of tools that can help readers examine their own beliefs about community, citizenship, democracy, etc. ; identify and analyze issues that concern them ; and build skills and strategies to take informed action." (Intro.)

"Some great activities, but the readings were too advanced for my literacy class. Great for group work and discussion." – November 2010 Exemplary Literacy Materials Online Reviews.

"A. This book has useful section headings that remind practitioners of areas to consider when working on increasing civic participation with literacy learners. B. The handout pages and excerpts from "Facilitators Guide to Participatory Decision-Making" by Sam Karner are very helpful. C. Some of the reflective activities may hold little relevance to some but can be modified to each community's needs. D. There is a lot of information in the book and it may be overwhelming for those just starting out. It would benefit from an accompanying facilitated workshop." – April 2009 Exemplary Literacy Materials Online Reviews.

Record details

Physical Description: xiv, 218 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Publisher: [Boston, MA] : New England Literacy Resource Center, distributed by Grass Roots Press, 2001.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references.
Formatted Contents Note:	Introduction -- Finding connections to communities and issues -- Holding decision-makers accountable -- Building community by helping others -- Expressing ourselves and educating others -- Organizing for change -- Resources -- Appendices.
Target Audience Note:	Reading level: Functional (Gr 4-7).