Summer 2010 Schedule coming in January 2010

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Discover the steps in creating a quality service-learning experience!

• articulate the components of the KIDS model of service-learning and how service-learning differs from community service, and other models of community-learning
• plan and implement a high quality service-learning project for diverse learners using the tools and strategies found in the well-known KIDS as Planners Guidebook
• build a collaborative environment in the classroom by experiencing one in this institute and reflecting upon strategies used
• advocate for service-learning based on its impacts on students, teachers, and communities
• build partnerships and utilize school and community resources in the process of planning and carrying out service-learning projects
• understand the importance of reflection and facilitate reflective activities that build upon student learning styles
• develop a service-learning plan that integrates curriculum and assesses local and state standards

Who Should Attend?

The Institute is appropriate for educators new to service-learning, as well as experienced service-learning practitioners, who wish to expand their “toolbox” and reinvigorate their practice.

Registration

Sign up early, limited to 40 participants.  Registration fee: to be determined. Includes registration, breakfast and lunch all days, KIDS As Planners Guidebook (valued at $29.95), Bibliography and Resources, and contact hours certificate (27 hours). Participants are responsible for additional meals, lodging, and graduate credits.

Scholarships

Applicants applying for a scholarship will need to fill out a registration form in addition to the scholarship application.

Location and Lodging

Schedule

First three days: 8:30 - 3:30
Last day: 8:00 - 2:00

Graduate Credits

(optional, not a course requisite)2010 fees to be determined.
Graduate Credits are available from Salem State College/Northeast Consortium.

• 2 Grad Credits: Grading will consist of participation (50%), and portfolio of reflections and templates for service-learning projects completed during the Institute (50%)
• 3 Grad Credits: Same requirements as 2 credits listed above, plus additional pre/post reading, writing, and portfolio components
  
• GRADUATE CREDIT REQUIREMENTS

Institute Instructors