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Article Selection
Please list articles that you're considering for your Wikipedia assignment below. Begin to critique these articles and find relevant sources.

Option 1
The article provides a comprehensive overview of community engagement, defining it, explaining its importance, and outlining its outcomes. It covers various aspects of community engagement, including volunteering, the role of NGOs and religious groups, and the impact of academic research. The structure of the article is logical, starting with a definition of community engagement, then discussing its various forms and impacts, and finally discussing the outcomes. The use of numbered references suggests that the information is well-researched and backed by credible sources. The language used is academic and may be difficult for some readers to understand. The article could be improved by simplifying the language or providing explanations for complex terms and concepts. While the article is informative and well-structured, it could benefit from more real-world examples to illustrate the concepts discussed. While it mentions volunteering at food banks and homeless shelters, more specific examples could help readers better understand the impact of community engagement. Overall, the article provides a thorough and well-researched overview of community engagement, but could be improved by including more examples and simplifying the language.
 * Article title
 * Community Engagement:
 * Article Evaluation
 * Sources
 * Christens, B. D., & Zeldin, S. (2011). Community engagement. Encyclopedia of adolescence. New York: Springer.:
 * Christens, B. D., & Zeldin, S. (2011). Community engagement. Encyclopedia of adolescence. New York: Springer.:

Option 2

 * Article title
 * Community Building:
 * Article Evaluation
 * The text could benefit from more examples of community building practices, particularly those that are innovative or unique. This would help to illustrate the concepts being discussed and provide readers with practical applications. The text references a few books and authors, but could be strengthened by citing more diverse sources. This could include academic studies, articles, or other authoritative sources on community building. Some concepts, such as social capital, are mentioned but not fully explained. Providing a more detailed explanation of these concepts would make the text more accessible to readers who may not be familiar with them. The text seems to rely on older sources, such as Robert Putnam's book "Bowling Alone". Including more recent data or studies could provide a more current perspective on the topic. Improve Flow and Coherence: Some parts of the text seem a bit disjointed. Improving the flow and coherence of the text could enhance readability and comprehension. Proofread for Grammar and Spelling: While the text is generally well-written, proofreading for any potential grammar or spelling errors would ensure a high standard of quality. :
 * Sources
 * Kubisch, A. C. (2005). Comprehensive community building initiatives—ten years later: What we have learned about the principles guiding the work. New Directions for Youth Development, 2005(106), 17-26.:
 * Kubisch, A. C. (2005). Comprehensive community building initiatives—ten years later: What we have learned about the principles guiding the work. New Directions for Youth Development, 2005(106), 17-26.:

Option 3

 * Article title
 * Community development:
 * Article Evaluation
 * The text is quite long and dense. Breaking it down into smaller paragraphs or using bullet points for different approaches can make it easier to read and navigate. While the text mentions various aspects of community development, providing real-world examples or case studies could help illustrate how these approaches are implemented in practice. Some sections could benefit from more concise and clearer explanations. Avoiding repetition and unnecessary jargon can help make the text more accessible to a wider audience. Including interactive elements like questions, prompts, or calls to action can engage readers more effectively and encourage them to think about how the principles of community development apply to their own contexts. It might be helpful to identify and emphasize key takeaways or main messages within the text to ensure that readers grasp the most important aspects of community development.
 * Sources
 * Christenson, J. A. (2019). Community development. In Rural Society in the US (pp. 264-272). Routledge.:
 * Christenson, J. A. (2019). Community development. In Rural Society in the US (pp. 264-272). Routledge.:

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