Social+Studies

=Contemporary American Problems Violence and Poverty Service Learning Sample Page =

media type="youtube" key="RZQzxjMotCw" height="479" width="595" = Welcome to the Social Studies gateway for our 21st Century Skills website. Below is a sample unit on the steps necessary to institute a Service Learning Model so that students can learn how non-government organizations can help support those in need in their local communities. =

Here is a sample of the time sheet which must be completed as part of the final project submission for the Service Learning Project
===Here is a sample of a service learning provider list. In order to construct the list - you will need to go into the field and meet with the providers to determine; appropriateness of site, discussion of parameters for Service Learning opportunity, Relationship Development with the person or people the students' will be reporting to on site, and Discussion of Expectations.===

===Here is St. Vincent University' Service Learning Video. Though this is a secular program, and that message is present - I use it to show my students how Service Learning not only impacts those that are served - but also those who go into the project and facilitate the program. The students portfolio's that are created often reflect the feelings and attitudes that are presented in this video.=== media type="youtube" key="OD96Y5SrZgU" height="385" width="640"