Engaged scholarship is the integration of academic faculty work with community engagement. It is not merely "volunteerism" or "outreach"; rather, it is a rigorous pedagogical and research approach. Both the researcher and the community benefit.
“A form of inquiry that involves researchers and stakeholders in addressing problems of interest to both.” – Van de Ven (2007) foundations of engaged scholarship pdf
The Foundations of Engaged Scholarship provide a framework for researchers to engage in collaborative and impactful research with community stakeholders. By understanding the key principles, foundations, benefits, challenges, and best practices of engaged scholarship, researchers can design and implement effective engaged scholarship projects that contribute to positive social change. Engaged scholarship is the integration of academic faculty