Overview
When introducing each activity to students, address the following issues and prompt for discussion:
• Is it needed in our community?
• How do we determine need?
• Who is it helping?
• What are our goals?
• How can we achieve our goals?
Reflection is especially important in service learning, as it allows students to think critically and evaluate the impact the activity has had on themselves, others, and the environment. Reflection can be verbal or written, and when it occurs within the group setting can be especially valuable and broaden students’ perspectives. Encourage students to think about the following:
Hands-On Activities: Learning by Doing
To make things easier and provide a variety of activities that work well in different classroom settings, we have online and in-person options available!
