Service-Learning: Meaningful Service

Meaningful Service Experience Sustained Duration –Minimum of 40 hours Connection between Service and Learning –Service Supports Learning and Learning Supports Service –Clearly Identified Knowledge, Skill and Goals –Skills Learned are Practiced In Multiple Settings Curriculum Connection –Purposeful Instruction Linked to Educational Objectives

Meaningful Service Experience Reflection –Should be Before, During and After the Project –Establish a Connection Between Students Service and Learning Youth Voice and Involvement –Choose and Plan the Project –Have Meaningful Roles Strong Community Partnerships –Involved in Planning the Project Service and Learning Emphasis –Both Support Each Other

Meaningful Service Exercise Divide into Head, Heart, Hands and Health Groups Evaluate the Assigned Scenario Using the Meaningful Service- Learning Checklist. Identify Strengths and Weaknesses. Identify Ways to Enhance the Scenarios. Share the Results

"Service-learning is a great example of a learning strategy that creatively engages kids to learn in a meaningful way. By providing students a context for learning that is relevant and authentic, they learn more and learn more effectively." »Laurie Lang, former Executive Director, Disney Learning Partnership Member, National Commission on Service-Learning

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