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Definition of Service-Learning

Definition of Service-Learning.

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Definition of Service-Learning

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  1. Definition of Service-Learning 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.  Source: National Service-Learning Clearinghouse

  2. Commonly Confused Terms Community-Based Learning An approach that enhances the curriculum by using community members and places as resources for learning Community Service An activity that engages people in addressing needs of their school and communities Service-Learning A method of teaching and learning that challenges students to identify, research, propose and implement solutions to real needs in their school or community as part of their curriculum

  3. K-12 Service-Learning Standards for Quality Practice • Meaningful service • Link to curriculum • Reflection • Diversity • Youth voice • Partnerships • Progress monitoring • Duration and intensity

  4. NCLC Web Site Screen shot of NCLC page

  5. JoAnn Henderson Executive Director jhenderson@ecs.org Education Commission of the States National Center for Learning and Citizenship 700 Broadway, Suite 810 Denver, CO 80203-3442 www.ecs.org/nclc 303.299.3636

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