Includes bibliographical references (pages 85-86).
CONTENTS NOTE
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Preface: Getting Out of the Box!; Introduction; 1 -- The Origins of Service Learning; 2 -- The Purpose and Goals of Service Learning; 3 -- Principles of Service Learning; 4 -- Is a Service Learning Program Right for Your School or District?; 5 -- Service Learning Program Design Options; 6 -- Other Program Design Considerations; 7 -- Stakeholders: Gaining Their Interest, Confidence, and Commitment; 8 -- Getting Started; 9 -- Operations and Procedures; 10 -- Hurdles and Difficulties; 11 -- Last Words; Appendix A: Sources of Service Learning Information; Appendix B: Essential Service Learning References; References.
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SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
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This is a highly practical book for anyone who is interested in establishing or maintaining a service learning program at the high school level. It comes at an opportune moment, following the recent passage of the National and Community Service Act of 1993. The book explains the origins, purpose, goals, and principles of service learning; discusses program design options and factors that need to be considered when establishing a program; offers guidance on starting and operating a program; and discusses how to handle common obstacles and challenges. Appendixes list other sources of valuable in.
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Title
How to establish a high school service learning program.