What exactly is Service-Learning?
Service-Learning is a blending of academic study and community service. Academic credit is given for actual learning that occurs when performing service to the community. Students can choose to be placed in one of many non-profit agencies, educational sites, and government offices. They are given assignments based on an academic learning plan and the specific needs of the agency with which they choose to work. Students MUST choose a service site from the Agency Database on this website.
What is the difference between
volunteerism, internships, and Service-Learning?
- Volunteering is a worthwhile
activity, but it doesn't always connect to classroom instruction.
- Internships involve training
but there may be little or no emphasis on service and the learning techniques
are different.
- Service-Learning, however,
combines volunteer work, internship and academic achievement into one endeavor.
