RESOURCES

Below you will find tools and resources geared towards specific groups within the service-learning community. Whether you are interested in policies that impact service-learning, conduct research regarding service-learning, or you are making service-learning happen.

Service-Learning and Standards Toolkit, a new publication from the Compact for Learning and Citizenship (CLC) and the Education Commission of the States (ECS). The Toolkit not only features numerous examples of service-learning curriculum and assessments tied to standards, but draws upon the experiences of service-learning advocates at the state, district and school level in exploring practical issues such as policy, professional development and administrative support.
CLC Order form (pdf). More information at www.ecs.org/clc/

Phi Delta Kappan May 2000 issue includes a very helpful list of resources http://www.pdkintl.org/kappan/kser0005.htm

Tools for Policymakers

Tools for policymakers to learn about current legislation related to service-learning, and access tips for learning more about the benefits of service-learning and relevant activities within your state or district

Service-Learning Delivers What Americans Want from Schools (New poll shows a way to improve public enducation). New PDF Summary of Public Opinion Poll.

Roper Public Opinion Poll: Public Attitudes Towards Education and Service-Learning

Tools for Educators and Students

Tools for educators and students to learn about quality programs and ways to tell your story, and connect with others implementing service-learning programs

Learning In Deed Issue Paper: Integrating Youth Voice in Service-Learning

Creating Inclusive Communities: An Inquiry into Organizational Approaches to Pursuing Diversity (Summary)

Creating Inclusive Communities: An Inquiry into Organizational Approaches to Pursuing Diversity
(Full Report)

Service-Learning and Preservice Teacher Education

Perceptions – Understanding and Responding to What People Think about Service-Learning

Bibliography: Service Learning in Selected Education Journals 1993 - 1999

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