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1. It is critical that we all actively participate in the communities in which we live and work in a meaningful way. From your perspective:

a. What is meant by "meaningful participation"?

b. What do you think is meant by diverse community knowledge?

c. What about diverse expertise and perspectives?

d. How do these factors contribute to community participation?

2. Every community has both needs and assets. To improve our communities we need to understand both. A way to assess community assets and needs a variety of research, analytical or reflective tools can be used. In your experience:

a. What are some of the tools communities can use to assess their assets?

b. What are some of the tools communities can use to assess their needs?

3. How does your academic discipline contribute to building and sustaining functional communities?

4. How does lifelong learning and develop contribute to community participation and active citizenship?

Commentary on the extent to which you have mastered the competencies using the rubric below.