“Service Learning” is a credit-bearing, educational experience in which students: ›...
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“Service Learning” is a credit-bearing, educational experience in which students: › 1.Participate in an organized service activity that meets identified
Service Learning is a credit-bearing, educational experience in
which students: 1.Participate in an organized service activity that
meets identified on and off campus community needs and 2. reflect
on the service activity in such a way as to gain further
understanding of course content, a broader appreciation of the
discipline, and an enhanced sense of civic responsibility
(Committee Minutes, 2011)
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Develops research, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
Provides understanding of how to access the larger community as a
resource for skill-building and learning. Helps students identify
multiple stakeholders and their interests and to see multiple
viewpoints Allows interaction with diverse populations Provides
career experience Engages students in community problem solving at
local, national, and international levels Allows for commitment and
service to the community.
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The Valdosta Lowndes County Library welcomes volunteers from 12
years old and up and are happy to have them from 5 minutes to 5
hours. They offer service learning with shelving, helping patrons
use the computers, doing genealogy research, telling stories at
story time, helping with special programs, or helping take care of
the plants. Contact Debbie Altobello @ 229-333-0086.
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I began my work in the Fiction section.
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I helped shelve books that had been turned in.
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I put my knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System to use for much
needed organizing.
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The books are ordered first, by number, then by title.
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Precariously leaning books must also be straightened.
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This opportunity gave me the chance to give back to my local
community, meet new people, and have fun. As a college student, it
was also valuable to me to learn the inter-workings of the Dewey
Decimal System. I left with a new skill, having been productive,
and feeling appreciated.
