Community Problem Solving Works for Middle Level Students.

Bohnenberger, Jann E.; Terry, Alice W.

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ERIC Number: EJ659744

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Publication Date: 2002

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Community Problem Solving Works for Middle Level Students.

Bohnenberger, Jann E.; Terry, Alice W.

Middle School Journal, v34 n1 p5-12 Sep 2002

Describes benefits of service learning for middle school students. Describes the Community Problem Solving (CPS) Program, a competitive program in which students use the creative problem- solving process to identify community problems and develop and implement solutions. Differentiates community problem solving from other service learning initiatives. Maintains that CPS is important for the future of the communities and their children. (KB)

Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Middle School Students, Middle Schools, Problem Solving, School Community Relationship, Service Learning, Youth Programs

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Language: English

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