What is Service Learning?
Service-learning combines community service with academic instruction, focusing on critical reflective, and personal and civic responsibility.
It involves students in activities that address community-identified needs, while developing their academic skills and commitment to their community.
Examples of Service Learning Activities:
Math students tutor third-graders in arithmetic.
English students assist in an adult literacy program.
Sociology students educate their peers on HIV/AIDS prevention.
Nursing students provide home health care to the elderly or disabled.
Chemistry students educate elementary school students on proper disposal of household hazardous waste.
Law Enforcement students teach community members how to set up a neighborhood watch program.
Accounting students help senior citizens with tax returns.