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Academic Service-Learning Tools

• Kerrissa Heffernan:
  Six Models of S-L (PDF)
  
  
• Faculty Guide for
  Service-Learning (PDF)
  
  
• The Seven Elements of S-L (PPT)
  
  
• Examples of Syllabus
  Integration (PDF)
  
  
• Service-Learning statement on the syllabus

• Service-Learning Reflection Techniques (PDF)
  
  
• Tips for Meaningful Student Reflection
  

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Links to sample syllabi

• Syllabi: www.servicelearning.org/resources_tools/syllabi/index.html
  
• Service-learning syllabi: www.compact.org/syllabi
  • This site, from Campus Compact, allows faculty to "browse over 200 exemplary service-learning syllabi across a wide variety of disciplines."
  • Service Is On the Syllabus (PDF)

What are the benefits of service-learning?

• Enhanced understanding and practical application of course material
• An ethic of service and civic responsibility for future community leaders
• Increased awareness of current societal issues as they relate to academic areas of interest
• Increased perspective and understanding of other cultures
• Enhanced critical thinking and communication skills
• Opportunities to apply student learning to real-life situations and develop tangible and transferable skills for future work
• Development of networks in the community and opportunities to explore career options