Service learning can be one of those hard-to-define concepts in volunteer management, and it definitely has its own set of challenges and benefits. In this episode, Tobi welcomes guest Brian Halderman for a deep dive into what service learning is and how it can benefit your organization. 

Tobi and Brian discuss the history of service learning along with the changing face (and names) of this field of work. Some might call it community-engaged learning, while others call it critical service learning, student service, or something else entirely. 

Whatever label you use, Brian gives you some common identifying features to help define the purpose of service learning and better understand the kind of value this type of service can provide to your organization.

Brian also examines the differences between successful and unsuccessful service-learning partnerships with specific research, tips, and examples from his own experience, and shares some effective ways to approach educational institutions to explore potential partnerships. 

Full show notes: 010 - Service Learning with Brian Halderman

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