Studying Service-Learning: Innovations in Education Research Methodology

ISBN 10: 0805842764 / ISBN 13: 9780805842760

Published by Routledge, 2003

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Studying Service-Learning: Innovations in Education Research Methodology
• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0805842764
• ISBN 13: 9780805842760
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

This volume represents a breakthrough discussion of the research issues surrounding innovative pedagogies. Using service-learning as its focus, it explores ways in which researchers and evaluators can study a teaching and learning approach that has multiple goals, including both academic and affective development. The chapter authors show how to study a topic that is multilayered, complex, and involves the ways in which individuals make meaning of their experiences.

Seven challenges that researchers need to grapple with in studying service-learning are identified and addressed: defining service-learning; basing service-learning research on strong theoretical foundations; refining service-learning research design and methodology; interpreting service-learning results; disseminating service-learning research findings; improving service-learning practice; and building funding to support service-learning research. In addition, practical recommendations are provided for professionals involved in doing research on service-learning and more broadly on any form of experiential education, community service and development, or educational reform.

Studying Service-Learning: Innovations in Education Research Methodology is an essential resource for researchers who are interested in studying innovative teaching and learning strategies and for students who are learning about a range of research methodologies.

About the Author

Edited by Billig, Shelley H.; Waterman, Alan S.