Approved for CFLE Continuing Education Credit (1 Contact Hour/.1 CEU)

Date and Time:

April 3, 2012, 4:00-5:30pm ET.(Webinar will be archived for On Demand viewing.)

Presented By:

Heather Von Bank, Ph.D.

Information:

There is compelling evidence that service-learning is an effective strategy for improving academic learning. But how can teachers set up rewarding and meaningful community partnerships? A service-learning expert will provide guidelines for ensuring a successful program that will lead to a deeper understanding of course material. You will emerge with new ideas, time-saving steps, and a passion for this unique way to connect theory and practice.

Participants will learn and discuss:

• How to distinguish service-learning from community service
• Reasons why incorporating service-learning into a program facilitates learning for students and particpants
• Ways to create connections with the community to promote service-learning and child development
• How a service-learning activity was created that promoted play for children and paretns through a community Play Day

Target Audience:

• Educators in FCS, Child and Human Development, Parenting Education
• Health Professionals
• Community Organizers
• College or University Professors