Building Service-Learning Programs: 10 Essentials

Service-learning programs are at the top of many schools’ “must-have” lists.

They’re also not an easy thing to implement and manage – just ask Barbara Jacoby, Ph.D.

Jacoby knows firsthand about the joys and pitfalls of implementing a service-learning program.  

One of the nation’s most respected leaders in service-learning  programs, she implemented the University of Maryland’s initial program in 1992 .     

Back then,  Jacoby was enduring the stunning highs and staggering lows of implementing without much in the way of a blueprint.

And by working with other educators across the nation, she’s learned the right way – and the wrong way – to implement a program.

Now she’s sharing her experiences and will dramatically shorten your learning curve in this 90-minute seminar.

These essentials include:

• Why you should aim high but not do it all
• How to leverage your financial support
• How to collect the right data to prove your success
• What you can do to steer clear of the “dark side” of service-learning
• How to pick the right organizational location and structure
• Why you need to identify both your allies and your detractors
• How to partner with the community so that all parties benefit

The 10 essentials will be explained through concrete examples of practices that work well, as well as those that do not. And because Dr. Jacoby works extensively with colleges and universities across the country, you’ll discover a wide range of examples and different approaches.

What will you lean?
The people who lead service-based programs tend to come from a variety of different backgrounds. For example, you may have experience in academics, student activities, the non-profit sector, the ministry and/or national service.

With such a wide range of skills, understanding specifically what it will take for your program to succeed is critical.

We will help you:

• Confidently establish a service-learning program at your institution. You’ll understand the essential steps to take – and which ones to avoid.
• Brainstorm your next steps. The seminar includes brainstorming exercises to help you develop your plan of action.
• Build your resources. You’ll walk away with a wealth of resources and background information that will help you as your process begins and unfolds.

Who should view this seminar?

Anyone who will be leading or participating in a service-learning program should plan to view this seminar, including:

• Senior student affairs officers
• Student affairs professionals in all areas
• Directors/coordinators of service-learning, community service and civic engagement offices or programs.
• Service-learning, community service, and civic engagement program staff members
• Provosts
• Academic officers
• Faculty members across disciplines interested in service-learning and civic engagement
• Campus ministers
• Leadership educators

TO ORDER: Building Service-Learning Programs: 10 Essentials
Description Price Seminar CD only $279 Seminar CD w/ Campus Access License $479 Seminar Transcript only $99 Seminar CD/Transcript Combo $378   $329	Satisfaction Guaranteed If you're not completely satisfied, return your purchase within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.