Service Project Flashcards
Service subject description
A subject that involves groups of five students working on service learning projects, with one in each semester.
Service subject components
Combines community service, service learning and project - based learning
Service learning Key aspects
Involves civic engagement, community development, advocacy, philanthropy, social change, volunteerism and experiential learning
Service learning is not just
Fundraising or donating to charity; requires direct contact with the supported group
Benefits of service: health benefits
Releases feel good chemicals like dopamine, reducing stress and improving mental health
Benefits of service: Social benefits
Creates positive social connections
Benefits of service: Personal benefits
Enhances self-esteem, mood and life expectancy; reduces depression rates
Inclusion definition
Making everyone feel welcome regardless of differences
Equality definition
Treating everyone the same, irrespective or background
Equity definition
Providing individuals with what they need to succeed
Community service definition
Voluntary work for community betterment
Service learning definition
Educational approach combining community service with learning objectives
Community service: definition
Unpaid work for community betterment without compensation
Community service: Benefits
Supports various groups in need and improves local areas
Community service: requirments
May be mandatory for high school graduation or rewards