 Educating for Democracy: Developing Students’ Political Skills, Knowledge, and Dispositions through Service-Learning The presenters will share key findings from the Carnegie Foundation’s Political Engagement Project, specific examples of activities that can be incorporated into service-learning courses without violating CNCS regulations, and suggestions and resources related to developing faculty members’ capacity to facilitate such activities. Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 4:00-5:15 pm Eastern time / 1:00-2:15 pm Pacific time Where do I sign up: http://www.servicelearning.org/nslc/webinar_reg_form/ |
| National Service Agency Announces New Steps to Strengthen Support for Native American Communities The Corporation for National and Community Service today announced two major steps to increase its commitment and support for Native American communities in using national service as a solution to tackle social and economic challenges. Read the complete press release. |
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 Engaged for Success: Service-Learning as a Tool for High School Dropout Prevention  This 2008 report by John Bridgeland, John Dilulio, and Stuart Wulsin presents original and secondary research that shows the ability of service-learning to address some of the principle causes of dropping out. View previously featured library items. |
