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Hobson, Cindy Graff; Zack, David R. – Social Studies, 1993
Discusses the concept of participatory citizenship in a democracy. Describes the origin and development of the Close Up Foundation, which sponsors study trips for secondary students to Washington, D.C. Asserts that the teaching methods and materials used in the program promote effective learning and citizen participation. (CFR)
Descriptors: Citizen Participation, Citizenship Education, Civics, Democracy