Cultural competence in education promotes civic engagement among students. Providing students with educational opportunities to understand various cultural and political perspectives allows for higher cultural competence and a greater understanding of civic engagement for those students. The Handbook of Research on Citizenship and Heritage Education is a critical scholarly book that provides relevant and current research on citizenship and heritage education aimed at promoting active participation and the transformation of society. Readers will come to understand the role of heritage as a symbolic identity source that facilitates the understanding of the present and the past, highlighting the value of teaching. Additionally, it offers a source for the design of didactic proposals that promote active participation and the critical conservation of heritage. Featuring a range of topics such as educational policy, curriculum design, and political science, this book is ideal for educators, academicians, administrators, political scientists, policymakers, researchers, and students.

Índice : Prólogo. El concepto actual de Patrimonio Cultural y su valor educativo. Marco legislativo y clasificación del Patrimonio Cultural. Metodología por proyectos. Enseñanza y aprendizaje del Patrimonio Cultural en el nuevo contexto digital. Emprendimiento en la formación de maestros de Educación Primaria. Patrimonio y paisaje. El patrimonio arqueológico y su didáctica. El patrimonio musical y sus posibilidades didácticas. La ciudad en la memoria. El patrimonio inmaterial, una realidad viva. La Educación Patrimonial en contextos de educación no formal. Los museos y las colecciones universitarias de patrimonio histórico educativo. El aprendizaje-servicio como metodología didáctica del patrimonio. Género y patrimonio. El hecho religioso y el patrimonio cultural.

Edited by: Elena de Prada Creo Bo Zhang Alba Quintairos Soliño

Activism and the role everyday people play in making a change in society are increasingly popular topics in the world right now, especially as younger generations begin to speak out. From traditional protests to activities on college campuses, to the use of social media, more individuals are finding accessible platforms with which to share their views and become more actively involved in politics and social welfare. With the emergence of new technologies and a spotlight on important social issues, people are able to become more involved in society than ever before as they fight for what they believe. It is essential to consider the recent trends, technologies, and movements in order to understand where society is headed in the future. The Research Anthology on Citizen Engagement and Activism for Social Change examines a plethora of innovative research surrounding social change and the various ways citizens are involved in shaping society. Covering topics such as accountability, social media, voter turnout, and leadership, it is an ideal work for activists, sociologists, social workers, politicians, public administrators, sociologists, journalists, policymakers, social media analysts, government administrators, academicians, researchers, practitioners, and students.