Transforming Service-Learning into a More Powerful Pedagogy by Reducing Structural Barriers Donna Cameron, PhD, MPH Madeline Pongor, President, Ed-Strong Foundation Debbie Vargas-Collins, MPH Kim Bullock, MD Steve Schwartz, MD April 27, 2015 Orlando, FL

Disclosures

1 Service Learning in Medical Education 2 The Partner Portal: online partnership management system 3 Action Steps for application at your institution Agenda

Objective 1: Service-Learning in Medical Education “A structured learning experience that combines community service with preparation and reflection.” (Seifer,1998) Service-Learning at Georgetown University School of Medicine

Benefits 1 Reflection 2 Attention to non-biological factors that influence patients’ health 3 Observe and appreciate contributions of classmates and community partners

Challenges 1 Balancing basic science and doctoring curriculum 2 Managing expectations 3 Logistics (calendars; transportation; leaders)

Objective 2 The Partner Portal

Objective 3 ACTION STEPS

The Partner Portal E-introduction Key dates visible Sharing progress continuously Cumulative database of support Visual engagement Expanding the partnership

User Feedback Strong Functionality BlogGalleryTeam Profile Future Improvements Seamless Log-inUser Experience

ACTION STEPS ~ INSTITUTION How will you create or increase buy-in for Service-Learning in your INSTITUTION? Ideas: Academic Calendar (admission/approval) Faculty (increase active support) Student Interest Group (active support or participation)

ACTION STEPS ~ COMMUNITY How will you create or increase buy-in for Service-Learning in your COMMUNITY? Ideas Form coalitions Create a mechanism to pool resources among community-based organizations Involve leaders to promote Service-Learning

ACTION STEPS~ Participants How will you create or increase buy-in for Service-Learning in your INSTITUTION & COMMUNITY? List your own three steps: (1) (2) (3)

Thank you! For more information: Donna Cameron, PhD, MPH