Teaching Social Equity in Public Administration
A Cross-Curricular Guide for Faculty and Programs
Susan T Gooden editor Sean A McCandless editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:5th Mar '24
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This book provides practical strategies for teaching social equity in public administration courses, emphasizing the importance of equity in public service education.
In Teaching Social Equity in Public Administration, social equity experts Sean McCandless and Susan T. Gooden present a comprehensive guide for public administration faculty. This book illustrates how educators can effectively integrate social equity into their curricula, providing practical strategies and insights. Each chapter is penned by authors who possess extensive experience in both public administration and teaching, ensuring that the content is both relevant and applicable.
The importance of social equity in public administration education cannot be overstated. As programs aim to equip students for roles in public and nonprofit services, it is crucial that they also prepare future administrators to advocate for and implement social equity initiatives. This edited collection not only emphasizes this necessity but also offers concrete examples of how to achieve it through various pedagogical methods.
Chapters within Teaching Social Equity in Public Administration cover a wide range of courses, including Introduction to Public Administration, Organizational Dynamics, and Human Resources. Each chapter showcases distinct instructional practices, such as case studies, community engagement projects, and simulations, that enhance student learning. This resource is invaluable for faculty teaching these subjects and for students who aspire to promote fairness in public service delivery. Moreover, it serves as a vital tool for academics and practitioners committed to advancing equity within the public sector.
“This compelling new book provides public administration faculty with an exceptional guide to teaching social equity in the classroom. As one of the pillars of the field, faculty are responsible for conveying to students the importance of promoting the values of social equity in practice—the democratic principles of equality, fairness and justice. The book provides useful techniques on teaching these values in core and elective courses which go beyond Human Resources Management to include such courses as Budgeting and Finance, Ethics, Public Policy, Nonprofit Management, and Research Methods. As faculty, we are the conduits through which the values of social equity find their way into practice so that every member of our society is treated fairly and equitably.”
Norma M. Riccucci, Rutgers University, Newark, USA
“This book offers essential training for the next generation of public servants; students will be exposed to the value of equity, justice, and fairness. Although these words are under scrutiny in many jurisdictions around the United States at the time of writing (2023), this book points out that every American has a right to be treated fairly. The Constitution so requires it. We also face significant challenges at all levels of government, so it is imperative that public administrators understand the many applications of social equity because our country is growing more diverse by the day. Assigning this book to the introductory PA curriculum will be invaluable as it will allow readers to understand the real-world implications of public policy. I'm thankful to Dean Gooden and Professor McCandless for working with some of the best in our field to author a book that could change the trajectory of our profession.”
Angel Wright-Lanier, EdD, NASPAA Executive Director, USA
ISBN: 9781032314266
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 857g
362 pages