Service-Learning Repository
Service-learning institutionalisation processes in European higher education
Guidelines for the Institutionalization of service-learning in European HE
These guidelines were built upon substantial evidence in different European higher education institutions gathered by the European Observatory of Service-Learning in Higher Education (EOSLHE).
The guidelines can be used to guide service-learning providers throughout the performance processes of institutionalizing service-learning in European higher education, but also may provide a general overview on how to proceed in situations where there are no specific policies that guide the steps to follow.
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Supporting the work of EOSLHE
Our work counts with the collaboration of formal, non-formal and informal Service-learning- national networks, as well as international organizations
EASLHE Definition of Service-Learning in Higher Education
Service-learning in higher education is an experiential educational method in which students engage in community service, reflect critically on this experience, and learn from it personally, socially and academically. The activities address human, social and environmental needs from the perspective of social justice and sustainable development, and aim at enriching learning in higher education, fostering civic responsibility and strengthening communities. Service-learning is always recognized with ECTS
European Association of Service-Learning in Higher Education.
A good service-learning practice is an experience that meets the main characteristics of this methodology:
Integrates meaningful service and meets real needs
The service is linked to the academic curriculum
Reflection is part of the learning process
Community organizations are valued as partners
Students have a strong voice
Who we are
University Service-Learning Association
We are a Spanish association created in 2017 with the purpose of strengthening the collaboration and exchange of experiences of Service-Learning, disseminate educational and social projects based on this methodology, promote research and support the processes of institutionalization of the Service-Learning in the Spanish universities.