WHY SERVICE LEARNING?
Service learning is neither an add-on nor a diversion from the curriculum. It is a powerful approach to teaching that provides kids with authentic learning experiences in which they learn academic content in a real-life, real-world context. There are many advantages to this approach, including: The kids love doing it. It s engaging, inspiring, and motivates them to learn. It develops the students communication skills by requiring them to read, write, listen, and speak. In addition to academic content, students learn a range of valuable practical skills including: problem solving, organizing, collaborating, project management, research, dealing with obstacles and setbacks, etc. It develops character virtues and interpersonal habits such as respect, responsibility, empathy, cooperation, citizenship, initiative, and persistence. It empowers the kids with the realization that they can make a difference. It makes a positive contribution to the community. All kids can actively participate an
