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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