Technology and Civic Engagement in the College Classroom ─ Engaging the Unengaged

Technology and Civic Engagement in the College Classroom is an empirically and theoretically driven contribution to an emerging field of study in Political Science. This edited volume provides both theoretical and pedagogical justifications for the use of certain technologies and strategies to increase civic engagement, as well as empirical results. There are different strategies, both technological and traditional, that can foster civic engagement. The book focuses on both in-class and online ways Political Science instructors have developed and tested strategies to engage an increasingly disengaged college student population. Elevating levels of civic engagement is not something that can solely be done with technology, but rather is about a more hybrid pedagogical approach that includes an open classroom environment and class discussion, as well as new technological inclusions that tap into what helps motivate twenty-first century students to connect.

Suzanne M. Chod is Assistant Professor of Political Science at North Central College, USA. Her commitment to helping students become more active and engaged citizens led to a research agenda that empirically examines how pedagogical choices can contribute to increasing political efficacy and interest in Millennials.

William J. Muck is Associate Professor of Political Science and Coordinator of the Global Studies program at North Central College, USA. His research interests are in the fields of international peace and security, transitional justice, and the practice of overt and covert military intervention. His recent works explore the funding patterns of global transitional justice institutions.

Stephen M. Caliendo is Professor of Political Science at North Central College, USA. His research focuses on political psychology and political communication. He is the author of Inequality in America (2014) and Race Appeal(2011).