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Work That Is Real: Service learning that is firmly embedded in the curriculum connects learning to life

Author:

Cathryn Berger Kaye

Publication Date:

2010

Publisher:

National Association of Secondary School Principals

Journal:

Principal Leadership

Journal Issue:

February 2010, v.10(6)

Pages:

Abstract:

This article discusses service-learning's role as a meaningful way for students to contribute to their own education. Service-learning, the author argues, lends relevance to an educational process that can seem disconnected from students' lives. Examples of service-learning projects and their impacts on students are discussed, as are principles and methodology of service-learning.

Full Text Link:

http://www.nassp.org/Content/158/PLFeb10_BergerKaye.pdf

Sector:

K-12 Sector

Electronic Availability:

Available online

Library Item Type:

Print resource - serial article

Demographics & Settings:

K-12

Topics: Theory & Practice:

Service-Learning - General