Many faculty integrate service-learning reflection questions into traditional assignments, while other faculty develop assignments explicitly to help students apply theory to service.
Assignments specific to SL
Resources:
SL assignment template: This template lists helpful elements to include in SL assignments, using a “transparent assignment” format.
Starting from scratch? Select the type of SL experience that will help students meet your learning objectives. Contact SL staff for help designing a specific SL project for your course.
Specific SL assignments
- Poster for the 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.
- Journals or logs
- Individual Civic Engagement Projects (if community partners are not available)
Readings and videos to help frame the SL experience
- Pre-service readings/videos (a selection of quick articles or chapters)