Teenagers and Community Service - A Guide to the Issues (Hardcover, New)

Community service is increasingly recognized as an important vehicle for promoting positive development among adolescents. The knowledge base concerning community service and service learning has grown in recent years, along with the number of supporting organizations, programs, and resources. This book provides teenagers, parents, teachers, professionals, and concerned adults with current and useful information. Included are resources for middle school, high school, and college students, such as: Information on types of programs Ways to volunteer and get involved with service programs Suggestions for active community involvement Those organizing and running programs will find a wealth of material for development and improvement, including: An examination of the characteristics of effective programs, the young people who engage in service, and those who benefit Practical strategies for those looking to start programs A look at current controversies, such as mandatory service A chronology provides the historical context for understanding the current status of community service, completing this practical and accessible guide to understanding and implementing good community service programs.

General

Imprint:	Praeger Publishers Inc
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	August 2003
First published:	August 2003
Authors:	Maureen Kenny • Laura A Gallagher
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	320
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-0-275-97976-8
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Psychology > Child & developmental psychology Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social work > General Promotions
LSN:	0-275-97976-8
Barcode:	9780275979768

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