ERIC Number: EJ1136135
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010-Jan
Pages: 22
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ISSN: EISSN-1931-4744
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The Effect of Service-Learning on Interdisciplinary Learning and Curriculum Reinforcement, and Its Application to Public School Environments
Kovarik, Madeline
International Journal for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, v4 n1 Article 11 Jan 2010
This qualitative research project focused on the impact of service-learning experiences on an interdisciplinary college freshman course. The research included the impact on academic learning, the application of concepts into a public school educational environment, and the perceptions regarding the contribution to the school being served. Participants were college freshmen students who received pre and post surveys and participated in both verbal and written reflections. Analysis of the survey responses and reflection data indicated the service-learning experiences enhanced student learning. Analysis of data also indicated a disconnect between recognized community needs and college student involvement toward fulfilling the needs.
Descriptors: Service Learning, Qualitative Research, Interdisciplinary Approach, College Freshmen, Attitude Measures, Student Attitudes, Student Surveys, Pretests Posttests, Reflection, Experiential Learning, School Community Relationship, Program Effectiveness, Public Schools, Elementary School Students, Statistical Analysis
Centers for Teaching & Technology at Georgia Southern University. IJ-SoTL, Georgia Southern University, Henderson Library 1301, Statesboro, GA 30460. e-mail: sotlij@georgiasouthern.edu; Web site: http://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/ij-sotl/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; Elementary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Florida
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