The role of anthropology to inform and shape public discourse has never been more necessary. Yet, the discipline struggles, at times, to remain relevant and accessible to students. It is increasingly important to provide students with skills that are useful outside academia. The ability to make the anthropological research process accessible is a critical determinate of the future of our discipline. This introduction situates the articles of this issue in a discussion of mentorship and hands-on training for students. Drawing on discussions within anthropology, social sciences, and education, it addresses the importance of training undergraduate and graduate students in methods that connect professional and community needs. Examples of engaging students and communities with “hands-on” anthropological experiences are highlighted within diverse themes including health, community, gender, volunteer tourism, online virtual worlds, and technology, serving as frameworks for extending and connecting research with students, faculty, and community members.

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“让我参与其中，我学到”：教学和应用人类学

人类学在告知和塑造公众话语方面的作用从未如此必要。但是，该学科有时仍在努力保持相关性并为学生所用。向学生提供在学术界以外有用的技能变得越来越重要。使人类学研究过程易于访问的能力是决定我们学科未来的关键。本简介在讨论导师制和动手实践的基础上，介绍了本期的文章。它以人类学，社会科学和教育领域的讨论为基础，探讨了培训本科生和研究生以连接专业和社区需求的方法的重要性。