UPC 9781862014688 The Community Engagement and Service Mission of Universities
ISBN 9781862014688 - The Community Engagement and Service Mission of Universities
ISBN 9781862014688 The Community Engagement and Service Mission of Universities
Description 9781862014688
The untapped energy of universities and other institutions of higher education to address regional issues seems endless. Issues less defined by political boundaries and increasingly defined by place call for a new type of engagement. Generating knowledge with communities rather than for communities contrasts sharply with traditional university attitudes that offer expertise rather than appreciation of indigenous knowledge. This highly topical book addresses the widespread discussion about the regional community function of universities, with particular emphasis on economic and social development, discussing the challenges of engagement, but also the possibilities. Developing policy with such 9781862014688