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Macy, Jack E. – Campus Activities Programming, 1994
A model for developing a spirit of volunteerism and social responsibility among students on a college campus is outlined. The model incorporates five phases of student development that accompany community service participation. Suggestions are made for implementing such a model effectively within the student affairs function. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Students, Extracurricular Activities, Higher Education, Models
Peer reviewedWade, Rahima C. – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1994
Discusses the history of U.S. community service programs and asserts that the potential benefits for students include increased self-esteem, enhanced motivation and interest in school, improved academic achievement, and increased social responsibility. Includes a list of six curriculum resources and a bibliography. (CFR)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Community Cooperation, Community Involvement, Community Services
Peer reviewedMohan, John – Journal of Geography in Higher Education, 1995
Considers the arguments advanced for an expansion of academic programs incorporating service learning. Briefly describes several programs in relation to the validity of these arguments. Suggests that geography could benefit from incorporating elements of service learning in order to enhance its treatment of ethical issues. (MJP)
Descriptors: Citizen Participation, Citizenship Responsibility, Community Action, Community Involvement
