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Wabike, Paul – Journal of Educational Issues, 2021
Universities contribution to society development in Africa has been a subject of discussion since many countries attained independence in the 1960s. The university was seen as having a function of emancipating society from poverty and ignorance. The premise of this view was based on the university's role in creating the ruling elite and knowledge…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, College Role, Social Capital, Community Development
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Kylie Pybus; Ronald L. Gibbs; Karen Franck; M. Catalina Aragón – Journal of Extension, 2023
Extension professionals often communicate program outcomes to external stakeholders using impact statements. We developed and evaluated four impact statements for the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). We drafted the statements after conducting literature reviews for core content areas of EFNEP that include diet quality, food…
Descriptors: Communications, Attitudes, Position Papers, Outcome Measures
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Duffrin, Melani W.; Stage, Virginia; Roseno, Ashley; Hovland, Jana; Diaz, Sebastian – Journal of STEM Outreach, 2020
Science and mathematics literacy are fundamental to the basic understanding of food and health and/or the pursuit of science-based careers. In 1999, the FoodMASTER Initiative (FMI) was created to provide an opportunity for youth to experience authentic, real-world health science activities in K-12 learning environments. FMI administrative…
Descriptors: STEM Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Experiential Learning, Online Courses
US Environmental Protection Agency, 2006
This guide contains examples of volunteer projects related to solid waste management. Volunteering provides the opportunity to enjoy new experiences, meet new people, learn new skills, and put ideas and talents to work. The stories included in this guide are: (1) Raucous Revelry and Recycling: Penn State Beaver Stadium Post-Game Recycling…
Descriptors: Volunteers, College Students, Rural Areas, High School Students
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Friedman, Susan – Young Children, 2007
Community partnerships serving young children and families take many forms. This article presents six community partnerships that are engaged in innovative and creative approaches to learning. These programs have varied goals, but they share a common focus on linking community resources to enhance learning opportunities for the children and…
Descriptors: Community Resources, Mentors, Community Programs, Partnerships in Education
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Steinkamp, Judith S. – Journal of Higher Education Outreach and Engagement, 2004
In the knowledge economy, colleges and universities are realigning academic initiatives to link more closely with regional needs. They are unique catalysts for forming community alliances to focus on issues of economic development, neighborhood revitalization, and cultural tourism. In partnership with business, municipalities, and cultural…
Descriptors: Role of Education, Higher Education, Alignment (Education), Art
Barrows, Alice; Simonson, Lee – Office of Education, United States Department of the Interior, 1939
The present bulletin deals with the evolution of the school auditorium, and presents recommendations for the planning of the auditorium, with particular reference to the stage, so that the auditorium can be used as a theater, concert hall, for forums, for motion pictures, and for radio programs. The auditorium is one of the most important units in…
Descriptors: Educational History, Space Utilization, Educational Facilities, Music Facilities