Module4

Civic Responsibility

[AmeriCorps Project Ayuda]

Module 4: Democracy and Government

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What can this program do for you?

What is democracy? As far as language goes, "democracy" is a relatively new term and is based on the Greek word "demokratia." In Greek, "demos" means "people" and "kratos" means "rule or power". However, people often use the word democracy to mean many different things.

In this module, you will explore various concepts of “democracy” and investigate whether your service can foster democracy across the world.

Readings

Go to the following links to read about time management and financial planning:

Youth Engaged In Service: A Strategy for Promoting Democracy

The Declaration of Independence

Reflective Activity:

1. Do you think your AmeriCorps service builds democracy? Why or why not?

2. Comment on the following excerpt from the ICP July 2005 article on Youth Service: "What is missing is not motivation and interest from young people, but rather structured opportunities that help young people to develop the skills, knowledge and values necessary to build strong communities and democratic and participatory cultures.”

Now, you must send in your answers:

E-mail them to pvcceap@pvmail.maricopa.edu

Fax them to 602-787-7297

Or, mail them to:
ATTN: Project Ayuda
Paradise Valley Community College
18401 N. 32nd Street KSC 151A
Phoenix, AZ 85032

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*Special thanks to the Midwest Campus Compact Consortium for their work in putting this guide together.