Studying Service-Learning: Innovations in Education Research Methodology

Shelley H. Billig (Curatore)

Alan S. Waterman (Curatore)

Taylor & Francis Inc, 2003

This volume represents a breakthrough discussion of the research issues surrounding innovative pedagogies. Using service-learning as its focus, it explores ways in which researchers and evaluators can study a teaching and learning approach that has multiple goals, including both academic and affective development. The chapter authors show how to study a topic that is multilayered, complex, and involves the ways in which individuals make meaning of their experiences. Seven challenges that researchers need to grapple with in studying service-learning are identified and addressed: defining service-learning; basing service-learning research on strong theoretical foundations; refining service-learning research design and methodology; interpreting service-learning results; disseminating service-learning research findings; improving service-learning practice; and building funding to support service-learning research. In addition, practical recommendations are provided for professionals involved in doing research on service-learning and more broadly on any form of experiential education, community service and development, or educational reform. Studying Service-Learning: Innovations in Education Research Methodology is an essential resource for researchers who are interested in studying innovative teaching and learning strategies and for students who are learning about a range of research methodologies.

• Curatore: Shelley H. Billig, Alan S. Waterman
• Editore: Taylor & Francis Inc
• Anno: 2003
• Rilegatura: Hardback
• Pagine: 276 p.
• Dimensioni: 229 x 152 mm
• Peso: 670 gr.
• EAN: 9780805842753

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