Beshir 2 An Annotated Bibliography Bala, Monica. “Civic engagement in the age

Beshir 2

An Annotated Bibliography

Bala, Monica. “Civic engagement in the age of online social networks.” Contemporary Readings in Law and Social Justice, vol. 6, no. 1, Jan. 2014, pp. 767+. Gale In Context: Opposing Viewpoints, link.gale.com/apps/doc/A379981908/OVIC?u=viva2_nvcc&sid=bookmark-OVIC&xid=5d2ce8d2. Accessed 5 Feb. 2024.

In the article “Civic engagement in the age of online social networks,” Monica Bala discusses how civic engagement appears in the digital age, and how people engage in a variety of issues and situations outside of people’s personal or private lives, ways that digital communication technologies improve the reach of public life. The paper also states that individuals are beginning to recognize particular social features of new technologies which increase civic engagement. The ability to regulate the information that is shown to other users has expanded customization options because of digital connectivity. Lastly, the article concludes, technologies alter people’s motivations as well as the circumstances in which citizens can act.

Bimber, Bruce. “The Study of Information Technology and Civic Engagement.” Political Communication, vol. 17, no. 4, Oct. 2000, pp. 329–33. EBSCOhost, https://doi-org.eznvcc.vccs.edu/10.1080/10584600050178924. This is an article that study about technology and civic engagement. The nature of engagement considering current technological advancements is naturally prompting some scholars to investigate potential connections between technology and citizenship. Considering what is happening in the modern era in terms of these information qualities and the expected reactions of systems of organizations and institutions accustomed to a previous information environment is a helpful way to conceive what is happening.

Desouza, Kevin C., and Akshay Bhagwatwar. “Technology-Enabled Participatory Platforms for Civic Engagement: The Case of U.S. Cities.” Journal of Urban Technology, vol. 21, no. 4, Oct.2014,pp.25–50. EBSCOhost,https://doi-org.eznvcc.vccs.edu/10.1080/10630732.2014.954898. The authors discussed on “Technology-Enabled Participatory Platforms for Civic Engagement: The Case of U.S. Cities.” To comprehend the temporal nature of the steps that comprise the development and use of a platform, future study might be guided by the four archetypes. According to the studies in the article, there is a clear set of steps that each of the four archetypes must take to build, execute, and ultimately use platforms effectively. The increasing number of technologically enabled participatory platforms and their significance for developing, executing, and assessing policies as well as governance frameworks must be recognized by public managers and agencies.

Dort, Julie, and Mimi Gough. “Enhancing Online Courses with Civic Engagement through Service Learning.” Journal of Teaching in Travel & Tourism, vol. 23, no. 1, Jan. 2023, pp. 98–108. EBSCOhost, https://doi-org.eznvcc.vccs.edu/10.1080/15313220.2022.2080149.

This is an article that demonstrates it improves cognitive-learning outcomes, including improving academic subject-matter understanding, acquired skills, and the capacity to apply knowledge and reframe difficult social situations. And the writers of this essay, along with thousands of educators worldwide, first implemented service learning at the campus level. Making the switch to online services effectively requires learning. Collaboration between curriculum professionals, subject matter experts, and administrators is essential if we are to give kids the resources they need to achieve. The writer finalizes with, engaging in public duty and public service builds a strong sense of community and helps students achieve their long-term professional and personal goals.

Kranich, Nancy. “Civic Partnerships: The Role of Libraries in Promoting Civic Engagement.” Resource Sharing & Information Networks, vol. 18, no. 1/2, Mar. 2005, pp. 89–103. EBSCOhost,https://doi-org.eznvcc.vccs.edu/10.1300/J121v18n01_08. TThis article pointes about various educational institutions and local communities are now aware of the critical role they play in fostering civic engagement and citizen participation. Libraries now run a wide range of cutting-edge initiatives that unite people to discuss issues of common concern. Libraries that establish civic partnerships to broaden their outreach and collaborate with other entities and individuals to enhance democratic involvement are the most successful in implementing these initiatives.

Vaz, Richard F. “Connecting Science and Technology Education with Civic Understanding: A Model for Engagement.” Peer Review, vol. 7, no. 2, Winter 2005, pp. 13–16. EBSCOhost, search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=a9h&AN=16815826&site=ehost-live&scope=site. In the article “Connecting Science and Technology Education with Civic Understanding: A Model for Engagement.” Vaz Richard pointed out that Scientific and technological developments have radically changed the way of life. Collaborative skills, critical thinking, communication, and professional skills can all be enhanced by involving students in community-based problem solving. This approach also helps students understand science and technology in the broader contexts of public policy and quality of life. Institutions also need to explore inside their own communities to find important problems to get science and technology students involved in.