Faculty members strive to create the ideal setting for student
learning. Occasional experiences in the classroom confirm that the
ideal is possible -- students are involved, eager, open, and the
outcomes are extraordinary. Service-learning, the connection of
academic content with meaningful community service, is a powerful
vehicle for obtaining the ideal. This brief workshop will answer
questions including:
What is service-learning, and how does it differ from
volunteerism, community service, internships, and fieldwork?
Why is service-learning such an effective teaching strategy?
What are the criteria and components of meaningful
service-learning?
What is the role of service-learning at California State
University, Fresno?
What resources are available to help faculty members integrate
service-learning into their courses?