INV 070 - INVEST Service Learning

Credits: 8
Variable Credit Course: Yes

Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 176
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: Examines civic responsibility and membership through service-related learning activities with local organizations and groups. Students form teams and identify meaningful ways to contribute to their communities.

Prerequisite: None.
Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Identify at least three ways to give back to the community
Demonstrate understanding of a minimum of two personal and two community benefits of civic engagement
Create a plan to be involved in one’s community in a meaningful way
Successfully work with a team to plan and implement a service learning project

Course Contents

Introduction to Service Learning
Importance of civic engagement
Defining and understanding sustainable communities
Articulating a vision
Choosing an organization
Identifying teams and roles
Creating a plan and timeline
Developing a rubric for success
Celebrating accomplishments

Instructional Units: 12