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Components of a Service Learning Syllabus

The service learning "Meta-question" (i.e., what is the over-arching question related to service – justice, diversity, social responsibility and compassion – that the students are to examine?)

  • Specific service learning outcomes
  • List of possible community partners
    • Contact Name
    • Address
    • Service activities
    • Available service times
    • Directions to site
    • Other details?
  • Clear expectations for students work in the community
    • Minimum hours required?
    • Parameters for completing the "project"
  • Integrative assignments
    • Specific journal questions
    • Short essay topics
    • Research papers
    • Portfolios
  • How service component will be assessed?
    • Portion of grade assigned to supervisor evaluation?
    • Integrative