Assignments

Many faculty integrate service-learning reflection questions into traditional assignments, while other faculty develop assignments explicitly to help students apply theory to service. See also Sample Rubrics.

Assignments specific to SL

Resources:

SL assignment template (for project-based SL) this lists all elements to include in SL assignments.

SL Exhibition: If your class includes a final assignment (a final reflection, project summary, or presentation), the Service-Learning Exhibition can help your students present their achievements to a wider audience.

Specific SL assignments

• Journals or logs
• Outreach project (GENDER 300)
• Interview, meeting, letter to public official (EDUC 525)
• Individual Civic Engagement Projects (if community partners are not available)

Traditional assignments

(These are samples; use them to generate ideas.)

• Canvas discussion board posts (GENDER 300, ENGL 401)
• Presenting chapter of text (EDUC 524)
• Interview assignment EDUC 525
• Final Poster (Featured Examples)

Readings to help frame the SL experience

• Pre-service readings  (a selection of quick articles or chapters)