Community Competence Defined Originally in a Classic Work by Cottrell

question 26

Multiple Choice

Community competence defined originally in a classic work by Cottrell provides a basic understanding of the process dimension of community health. There are eight essential conditions of community competence. Commitment refers to:

• A) The accurate transmission of information based on the development of common meaning
• B) The technical aspects of formulating and stating one's view in relation to other persons' views
• C) The affective and cognitive attachment to a community
• D) Adeptness at recognizing, obtaining, and using external resources

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Definitions:

Energizing

To infuse with energy or vitality, invigorating and stimulating motivation or action.

Enabling

Providing the means or opportunity for someone to achieve something or to facilitate a process.

Resistance to Cultural Change

The reluctance or opposition faced when attempting to alter the established norms, values, and behaviors within a group or organization.

Cultural Change

The transformation of the culture of a society or organization, including its values, norms, and behaviors.