Training and Professional Development

  • Service Learning High Impact Teaching Series

    Service Learning High Impact Teaching Series

     

    The following workshop series will be held in the Homer Babbidge Library in the Collaborative Learning Classroom on Level 2 from 12:30pm - 1:30pm.  Please Note:  Food is not allowed in this room so please make your own arrangements ahead of time.

     

    Pedagogical Pillars of Service Learning
    Julia Yakovich, Service Learning and Anne Gebelein, El Instituto
    Wednesday, February 10
    This seminar will explore the fundamentals and characteristics of the pedagogy of service learning and will also uncover the research behind it. The presenters will review basic tools and tips of the trade for faculty to begin designing their service learning initiatives.
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    Developing Effective Service Learning Framework
    Beth Russell, HDFS
    Wednesday, February 24
    Service learning is a pedagogical strategy necessitating proper planning and framework.  This seminar will highlight one faculty’s perspective and experience on how to go about developing an effective framework for your service learning course.
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    How Sustainable Service Learning Community Partnerships can lead to Engaged Scholarship
    Jennifer McGarry, Neag School of Education
    Wednesday, March 9
    Those who utilize the pedagogy of service learning will have community partnerships to develop and nurture over time in order to create sustainable relationships. These partnerships can lead to engaged scholarship and other research and grant opportunities if framed as such.  You will learn from a faculty member who has ample experience through the Husky Sport program.
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    A Distance Learning, Service Learning Approach: Utilizing the Pedagogy of Service Learning through Web-Ex
    Monica Miller-Smith, Human Development and Family Studies Department
    Friday, March 25
    This presentation describes an approach to teaching service learning courses over distance. Through the use of technology (Cisco’s Web-Ex platform) and additional assessment measures (workbooks, service learning journals, partner site observations, and weekly discussion), two courses and a thriving partnership were maintained with an instructor abroad.
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    Service Learning and Effective Business Problem Solving in Entrepreneurial Settings
    Zeki Simsek, School of Business
    Monday, April 11
    The pedagogy of service learning is effective in business settings and can be a driver for the local economy. Learn how this faculty member developed a senior capstone where students focus on consulting with local small businesses and put their accumulated business knowledge to work for the benefit of the business and to strengthen their own skills. This model can be adapted to any discipline.
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    Identifying Service Learning Community Partners Through the Non-Profit Platform
    David Garvey, Department of Public Policy
    Wednesday, April 13
    Identifying community partners can sometimes be challenging. As a main pillar to the pedagogy of service learning, however, it is necessary to find a partner that is right for you, your class, and your research.  This session will help you navigate the local not-for-profit world through the Connecticut Nonprofit Strategy Platform.
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    For more information, contact: Julia Yakovich at julia.yakovich@uconn.ued