“Service-learning is a teaching and learning strategy that integrates meaningful community service with instruction and reflection to enrich the learning experience, teach civic responsibility, and strengthen communities.”—National Service-Learning Clearinghouse Service-Learning

Characteristics What It Is Not Volunteering in a Class Internships and Other Field Experiences Haphazard What It Is Intentional Linked to Specific Course Objectives A Type of Experiential Learning Designed to Meet Community Needs (Broadly Defined)

Teaching Effectiveness – Course Redesign, including Syllabus and Course Approval – Documentation of Course Projects and Activities Scholarly and Creative Achievement – Presentation of Service-Learning Work at Conferences – Publication in Peer-Reviewed Journals Professional Development, Contributions, and Activities – Instructor’s Actual Work with Community Partners – Development of Community Partnerships – Presentation of Service-Learning Work to Community – Membership on Service-Learning Advisory Committee Retention, Tenure, and Promotion Examples