Characteristics of Exemplary Service-Learning Practices in Academic Schools

1. Deans and Department Chairs require and/or strongly encourage faculty attendance at service-learning orientation sessions.
2. Deans and Department Chairs verify service-learning is a component on syllabi for all seminar and departmental courses with a service-learning component. Grading also takes into account the service-learning experience.
3. Instructors complete a Curriculum Alignment Form prior to engaging in service-learning activities.
4. Instructors assist with accuracy in reporting by ensuring that forms are completed in its entirety before signing.
5. Advisors include service-learning as a component of student advising.
6. Departments have identified specific sites and/or projects that are appropriate for students in their major and the information is clearly communicated to students.
7. Departments have identified specific persons(s) to serve as a liaison with the Service-Learning Program staff.

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