Service Learning Projects in the Classroom

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Service Learning Projects in the Classroom
3 In-service Credits/ 45 hours Instructor: Brigit DiPrimo March 1-30, July 1-30, November 1-30

Teachers will learn about various opportunities for creating service learning projects in their classroom. Service Learning is a great way for students to get involved in their communities and globally. The benefits for teachers are that students will be engaged in a variety of activities across the curriculum and work cooperatively fostering a strong classroom community and school community. The projects will incorporate various disciplines and learning styles. The outcome or final project for the course will be a) a pamphlet created by the teacher listing various service learning opportunities. b) A Power Point presentation that focuses on one service learning project that can be conducted in the classroom.