1. Answer The following:
- In your own words, describe what is meant by the term "social capital."
- Examine the influences of social connections and technology and civic engagement in academic and professional pursuits.
- Evaluate the significance of social capital in the context of global citizenship and multicultural understanding.
2. In recent years, immigration, health care reform, and fiscal policy have emerged as key issues in U.S. federal policy. There are many sides to each debate, and research is proliferating.