TY - JOUR
T1 - Toward a Signature Pedagogy for Public Administration
AU - Abel, C. F.
N1 - Publisher Copyright:
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PY - 2009/6/1
Y1 - 2009/6/1
N2 - This article discusses the unique challenges faced by the field of Public Administration in developing a signature pedagogy, which is a specific method of teaching a particular body of knowledge and practice associated with a profession. It argues that the uncertainties and complexities inherent in the field, where decisions are made under conditions of high uncertainty, actually provide opportunities for devising an effective pedagogy. The proposed pedagogy aims to teach students how to thrive in chaotic situations, make quick decisions with limited and biased information, handle novel scenarios amid conflicting interests, collaborate with colleagues, and navigate complex situations. It emphasizes the need for immersive, uncertain, yet directive and retentive teaching methods. The paragraph also suggests drawing from research in behaviorism, cognitivism, and affectivism to manage this pedagogy effectively.
AB - This article discusses the unique challenges faced by the field of Public Administration in developing a signature pedagogy, which is a specific method of teaching a particular body of knowledge and practice associated with a profession. It argues that the uncertainties and complexities inherent in the field, where decisions are made under conditions of high uncertainty, actually provide opportunities for devising an effective pedagogy. The proposed pedagogy aims to teach students how to thrive in chaotic situations, make quick decisions with limited and biased information, handle novel scenarios amid conflicting interests, collaborate with colleagues, and navigate complex situations. It emphasizes the need for immersive, uncertain, yet directive and retentive teaching methods. The paragraph also suggests drawing from research in behaviorism, cognitivism, and affectivism to manage this pedagogy effectively.
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U2 - 10.1080/15236803.2009.12001550
DO - 10.1080/15236803.2009.12001550
M3 - Article
AN - SCOPUS:85055406143
SN - 1523-6803
VL - 15
SP - 145
EP - 160
JO - Journal of Public Affairs Education
JF - Journal of Public Affairs Education
IS - 2
ER -