{"product_id":"9781118688595","title":"Public Participation for 21st Century Democracy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA comprehensive text on the theory and practice of public participation \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWritten by two leaders in the field, \u003ci\u003ePublic Participation for 21\u003csup\u003est\u003c\/sup\u003e Century Democracy \u003c\/i\u003eexplores the theory and practice of public participation in decision-making and problem-solving. It examines how public participation developed over time to include myriad thick, thin, and conventional opportunities, occurring in both face-to-face meetings and online settings. The book explores the use of participation in various arenas, including education, health, land use, and state and federal government. It offers a practical framework for thinking about how to engage citizens effectively, and clear explanations of participation scenarios, tactics, and designs. Finally, the book provides a sensible approach for reshaping our participation infrastructure to meet the needs of public officials and citizens.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe book is filled with illustrative examples of innovative participatory activities, and numerous sources for more information. This important text puts the spotlight on the need for long-term, cross-sector, participation planning, and provides guidance for leaders, citizens, activists, and others who are determined to improve the ways that participation and democracy function. \u003ci\u003ePublic Participation for 21\u003csup\u003est\u003c\/sup\u003e Century Democracy\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHelps students and practitioners understand the history, theory, and practice  of public participation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContains a wealth of case studies that explore the application of public participation in different settings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers vital issues such as education, health, land use, and state and federal government\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHas accompanying instructor resources, such as PowerPoint slides, discussion questions, sample assignments, case studies and research from www.participedia.net, and classroom activities. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47107338502384,"sku":"9781118688595","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781118688595_p0.jpg?v=1763695100","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781118688595","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}