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Introduction to Service-Learning (Infographics)

Service-Learning is form of experiential education where learning occurs through a cycle of action and reflection as leaders seek to achieve real objectives for the community and deeper understanding and skills for themselves. Vanderbilt University

Service Learning Supports for Students

Self Reflection

  • Personal Development

  • Critical Thinking

  • Social-Emotional Wellness

Community Love

  • Meaningful Service

  • Civic Engagement

  • Sense of Belonging

Academics

  • Learning Objectives

  • Knowledge & Skills Acquisition

  • STEAM Education

Service-Learning Stages

  • Reflect: examine thoughts, feelings and actions throughout the service-learning process

  • Investigate: identify and analyze a community concern, existing resources, personal interests, and individual readiness

  • Plan: design a service plan that describes the timeline, roles, responsibilities, goals and required resources, knowledge and skills

  • Take Action: engage in learning, provide community service, monitor progress and make adjustments

  • Evaluate: measure progress, evaluate impact and analyze effectiveness

  • Share: demonstrate the results of learning and the impact of service

  • Celebrate: honor the service team by recognizing their efforts and intention to improve the community


Types of Service

  • Direct Service is hands on help to people or the planet - like handing out meals or cleaning up a park.

  • Indirect Service is work performed separate from the people or cause supported – like fundraising or knitting blankets.

  • Research is finding out information in order to take action – like collecting scientific data or conducting surveys.

  • Advocacy is when you speak up for something you believe in – it could be live in a public setting, in-print or online.