Name
Strategies that Build a Sustainable Service Learning Program and Assess Student Learning Outcomes
Date & Time
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 8:45 AM - 9:30 AM
Location Name
International 6
Focus Area
Assessment, evaluation, data, and storytelling
Session Type
Knowledge-to-Action Workshop
Description

This workshop offers a practical framework of proven service learning course development strategies and assessment tools used in a multistate, three-year grant project among six community colleges and applicable to all institution types. Essay questions and scoring rubric to assess students’ service learning outcomes based on five variables are shared as well as findings and reflections on the assessment process. Examples of high-quality and sustainable service learning projects across disciplines are highlighted as well as a student engagement transcript that documents curricular and co-curricular activities which students provide to prospective employers and colleges. An interactive service learning course development activity will be provided along with video testimonials from faculty and students. Take-home proven tools and resources will be provided.