Full Description
This book examines the process of rural community development and transition—exploring the ways in which history, culture, and policies limit change as well as the extent to which local community resources can mobilize to support efforts for community change.
Contents
Course Overview -- Describing Rural Communities -- The Rural Landscape -- Economy and Community -- Community and Culture -- Legacy and Social Class -- Community and the Economy -- Capital and Community -- The Global Economy -- Consumption in Rural America -- Midcourse Review Oakridge: A Case Study in Change -- Mediating Change: Community Infrastructure -- The Character of Rural Governments -- Economic Infrastructure -- Social Infrastructure -- Community Power and Grassroots Change -- Power in Communities -- Special Needs -- Generating Community Change -- Appendix Answer Key
