VOLUME 8, ISSUE 2

Introduction

Engaged Research Pedagogy and Partnership | Introduction

Darrell Hamlin

Over the years, the eJournal of Public Affairs has worked closely with a variety of scholars to bring our readers themed issues guided by guest editors who specialize in the subjects related to that scholarship

Research

Bridging the Gap Between Researchers and Wider Audiences: Navigating A Community Literacy Collaboration In Real-Time

Terry S. Atkinson, Kimberly L. Anderson, & Elizabeth A. Swaggerty

While campus-community partnerships are common, such engaged scholarship efforts often lead university researchers to community-centered presentations and publications

The Role of Positive Youth Development, Educational Policy, and Cultural Relevancy in School Settings

Rolanda L. Ward, Tanyetta Carter, & Nazia Siddiq

Changes in federal education legislation have presented scholars, educational activists, and educators with an opportunity to influence educational outcomes that are youth-centered and youth-driven, specifically among students of color in underserved schools

Developing Civically Engaged Citizens in an Introductory Criminal Justice Course

Tamara Lynn

Criminal justice programs are often considered a training ground for students’ future careers; however, that training often lacks a focus on civic engagement

A New-Old Way to Explore Civic Engagement: Learning from the Past

Peter Nagler & Harry Basehart

Peter Nagler & Harry Basehart

Reviews

Tell Your Story

Debate and Critical Thinking as Civic Education: The Case of Myanmar

Joseph Zompetti

In 2009, I traveled to Burma (also known as Myanmar) to meet with several non-governmental organizations that were actively involved in a pro-democracy movement working to reform horrifying economic