Full Description
Technology and Civic Engagment in the College Clasroom is a theoretical and empirical examination of ways to foster civic engagement in Millennials. Each chapter contributes to understanding how both traditional and more innovative pedagogical tools can increase students' political interest and efficacy.
Contents
1. Introduction; Suzanne M. Chod and William J. Muck 2. Taking College-Level Political Science Courses and Civic Activity; Kenneth W. Moffett and Laurie L. Rice 3. Civic and Political Engagement Outcomes in Online and Face-to-face Courses Introduction; Tanya Buhler Corbin and Allison K. Wisecup 4. Rethinking the Way We Communicate about Politics with Millennials; Hillary C. Shulman 5. Social Networking as a Pedagogical Tool: Effect of Twitter Use on Interest and Efficacy in Introductory-Level American Government Courses; Stephen M. Caliendo, Suzanne M. Chod, William J. Muck, and Deron Schreck 6. Effectively Using Facebook to Foster Civic Engagement; Leah A. Murray 7. Conclusion; Suzanne M. Chod and William J. Muck