Promoting Civic Engagement, Critical Thinking and the Science of Photography through Photovoice
Photovoice is part of a growing interest in using creative tools with youth groups as a means to increase involvement in the positive development of local communities. The goal of Photovoice is to allow youth to record, reflect and act on issues of importance to them through the production of still...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Clemson University Press
2011-12-01
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| Series: | Journal of Youth Development |
| Online Access: | http://jyd.pitt.edu/ojs/jyd/article/view/165 |
| Summary: | Photovoice is part of a growing interest in using creative tools with youth groups as a means to increase involvement in the positive development of local communities. The goal of Photovoice is to allow youth to record, reflect and act on issues of importance to them through the production of still photographs. The methodology holds promise for youth development professionals in several ways. It teaches soft skills such as teamwork and critical thinking; fosters civic engagement and engages youth in learning about the science of photography. The article concludes with considerations and ideas for emulating the methodology in a local community. |
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| ISSN: | 2325-4017 |