Componentes : The Craft of Forging Socially Responsible Learners & Leaders Alberto Olivas, M.Ed. Director, Center for Civic Participation Maricopa Community Colleges
The Big Plan: The “W.I.F.M.” Question Concept Map: “Civic Education/Engagement” The “Apathy” Question Classroom + Campus + Student Svcs Make you all weepy Boring references
Almost dropped out of college What’s the point?! Not struggling academically Not struggling financially Don’t ask “Why do so many leave?” Ask “Why do some stay?”
What did it take for me? Opportunities to learn about the world Opportunities to learn about myself Opportunities to get involved Connecting all of these things to curriculum, pedagogy, and student life
What’s in it for us? Improved student outcomes Fulfilled faculty and staff Improved relationship with the community, better communities Improved support from the community Political support Financial support Return to original mission of education!
What’s in it for students? More successful in academic goals More successful in professional goals More successful in life ARE WE MAKING THAT CASE?
The Civic Spectrum ISSUES PROCESSES STRUCTURES MECHANICS EXPERIENCES PRACTICAL SKILLS RELATIONSHIPS Accountability Obligation SELF FAMILY COMMUNITY WORLD
From APATHY to EMPATHY Greek “a” + “pathos” = lack of feeling, emotion, compassion Not knowing – lack of Awareness (Head) Not hoping – lack Capacity (Hands) Not connected – lack Context (Heart) Rx = STORY, DIALOGUE! Vs. Debate / Deliberation
Where does it live? Classroom: Curriculum + Pedagogy Service Learning? Yes, IF… / Yes, AND… “Lecturing about Democracy” Student Affairs Skills, experiences, relationships Story and EMPATHY! Admin & Support Services Cafeteria Lady vs. Honors College Dean
Source: Dr. Ed Zlotkowski, Bentley University
Why did I show you these?
Get ready to stifle your empathy!
If you want more on this: The Civic Spectrum: How Students become Engaged Citizens The Civic Spectrum: How Students become Engaged Citizens Kettering.org A Crucible Moment: College Learning & Democracy’s Future A Crucible Moment: College Learning & Democracy’s Future AAC&U ADP/The Democracy Commitment ADP/The Democracy Commitment June 6-8, Denver, CO June 6-8, Denver, CO
Questions? Smart Remarks? ISSUES PROCESSES STRUCTURES MECHANICS EXPERIENCES PRACTICAL SKILLS RELATIONSHIPS Accountability Obligation SELF FAMILY COMMUNITY WORLD