Engaged Scholar

Module 1 Module 2 Module 3 Module 4 Module 5

Module 5

Module 1: The Engaged Scholar

Module 2: Power & Privilege

Module 3: Be a Good Partner

Module 4: Asset Based Community Engagement

Module 5: Capacity Building for Sustained Change

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Engaged Scholar Module 5 - Introduction

Module 5 - Capacity Building for Sustained Change

Introduction Video

LEarning Objectives

In this module you will:

Learn that capacity building represents a significant mindset shift in community work
Define capacity, capacity building, and capacity building mindset
Appreciate the importance of culture and context in capacity building
Consider what you might do to build capacity in your community work
Understand the challenges and benefits of capacity building
Recognize why capacity building is essential in creating sustained change in communities

Portions of the content for these modules have been provided by Michigan State University through their Tools of Engagement, Collaborating with Community Partners program.