This study described and analyzed the experiences of college students that
participated in a volunteer community service program and those that participated
in a service learning program using a case study method. The evidence suggests
that students describe their service experience in much the same way regardless of
the type and circumstances of the service performed. While the subjects that
participated in service learning described the activity of providing service as
positive, many of the components of service learning did not seem to be present,
including formal reflection. While there was recognition of different social classes
served by the sites or agencies and within the community, the subjects had not
explored core social issues that may arise from class differences. Participants in
both service learning courses and volunteer community service activities found
the experience valuable in either selection or continuance of academic major, as
well as general career development skills. / Department of Educational Studies
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:BSU/oai:cardinalscholar.bsu.edu:123456789/193421 |
| Date | January 2009 |
| Creators | Wiley, Lynda L. |
| Contributors | Mulvihill, Thalia M. |
| Source Sets | Ball State University |
| Detected Language | English |
| Format | 173 p. : digital, PDF file. |
| Source | CardinalScholar 1.0 |
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