Assignment
Kivisto, "The United States as a Melting Pot.
Kivisto and Faist, "Introduction".
The concepts of culture and citizenship both have profound effects on the functions and processes of public administration. Their meanings gain even more complexity when considered from a global perspective. Analyze the terms culture as described in Kivisto and citizenship as described in Kivisto and Faist. What effect does culture have on citizenship or vice versa? What does this mean for you in your role as a global public administrator?
RESOURCES
In the Kivisto and Faist text, Citizenship: Discourse, Theory, and Transnational Prospects, read Chapter 1, "Introduction," pages 1-13.
• In the Kivisto text, Multiculturalism in a Global Society, read Chapter 2, "The United States as a Melting ipt Melting Pot Versus Salad Bowl: What the Experts Say About the Menu to complete the interactive.
• The melting pot is an iconic concept in the story of immigration to the United States. But how valid is it as a description of the process and why are some people calling for it to be retired completely? For more on what the experts say about the melting pot and salad bowl debate, complete this interactive.
Objectives
1. Describe the role of the salad bowl and melting pot constructs in common public values and cultural diversity.
2. Relate aspects of culture to citizenship in a global environment within the field of public administration.
3. Analyze and discuss the impact of politics, religion, work environment, civic participation, and group involvement on culture and values.
4. Interpret issues of communications and diversity as they influence cultural values.
Analyzes course concepts, theories, or materials correctly, using examples or supporting evidence.
Collaborates with fellow learners, relating the discussion to relevant course concepts and extending the dialogue.
Applies relevant professional, personal, or other real-world experiences to extend the dialogue.
Validates position with applicable knowledge.