Do you use Service Learning?

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Consistent with the Academic Vision, the Office of Service Learning (OSL) is designating service learning courses.  Designated courses will be searchable in Peoplesoft and will be supported by the Offices of Public Engagement and 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. – Carnegie Foundation

There are two ways to get your information to the Office of Service Learning.  You can either Apply for Service Learning Designation OR complete the information requested below…quick and easy!  The ultimate goal is to have all SL courses designated for data collection and quality purposes.  **Applications for the SL Designation are due Friday, December 5, 2014 at noon for spring and fall 2015.

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How do you know if you are teaching Service Learning?

  • Do you have a course that is engaged with the community?
  • Are the students reflecting on the community engagement and the course content through discussion, written, or other artistic form (music, drawing, digital media, etc.)?
  • Is the project with the community mutually beneficial to both the community and the university?
  • Are the course content and the community engagement project aligned?

If you answer yes to any of these questions or if you have questions, contact Julia Yakovich at the Office of Service Learning at julia.yakovich@uconn.edu.