New NSLC Library Items

General/Cross-Sector

Sejal, Hathi, and Bob Bhaerman. Effective Practices for Engaging At-Risk Youth in Service. Washington, DC: Youth Service America, 2008.
Abstract: The guide is designed to provide an overview of the underlying theory and effective practices for engaging at-risk youth in service by examining the roles young people played - and can play- in serving their communities. The audiences for this publication are public officials, youth service and service-learning practitioners and teachers, researchers and others whose mission is to plan and implement community service programs for youth with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7502

Wade, Rahima. Toward Social Justice: Curriculum Lessons for High School and College Students to Accompany the Film, American Idealist: The Story of Sargent Shriver. Chicago, IL: Chicago Video Project, 2008.
Abstract: These lessons are all designed to be taught after viewing the film, American Idealist: The Story of Sargent Shriver. Where a specific segment of the film is important to the lesson, this is mentioned in the first step of the lesson's procedure. Each lesson can be taught independent of the others but students will benefit more if at least several lessons are included in the curriculum. The first lesson, What is Social Justice? is an appropriate introduction for any of the rest of the lessons. Most of the lessons can be taught in the classroom in one class session. The last three lessons give students direct experience with service and social action and involve more time both in and out of class. Each lesson is followed by several extension ideas that could be completed as a class or offered to individual students as opportunities for further learning or extra credit. (author) The film can be found in the NSLC library catalog here: http://www.servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=6854
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7515

Youth Service America. Global Youth Service Day 2008: Curriculum Guide. Washington, DC: Youth Service America, 2008.
Abstract: A curriculum guide for community based organizations to prepare for Global Youth Service Day and to get started on service-learning. Framed within a service-learning model, this curriculum offers tools for youths, teachers and facilitators to teach the basics of project management as applied to community service.Th is guide is organized in eight lesson plans designed around the project planning task to be accomplished at that stage. They are written so that they can be used by either youth or adult facilitators. Each lesson lists learning objectives, materials needed, directions, and reflection activities, as well as suggestions to adapt the lesson for younger children.
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7507

Youth Service America. Global Youth Service Day 2008: Curriculum Guide (en Espanol). Washington, DC: Youth Service America, 2008.
Abstract: A curriculum guide for community based organizations to prepare for Global Youth Service Day and to get started on service-learning. Framed within a service-learning model, this curriculum offers tools for youths, teachers and facilitators to teach the basics of project management as applied to community service. This guide is organized in eight lesson plans designed around the project planning task to be accomplished at that stage. They are written so that they can be used by either youth or adult facilitators. Each lesson lists learning objectives, materials needed, directions, and reflection activities, as well as suggestions to adapt the lesson for younger children. Alternative title: Día Nacional y Global del Servicio Juvenil: GUÍA CURRICULAR DE APRENDIZAJE-SERVICIO.
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7508

Youth Service America. Global Youth Service Day: Planning Toolkit. Washington, DC: Youth Service America, 2008.
Abstract: This is the planning tool kit from the 20th annual Global Youth Service Day (NYSD) on April 25-27, 2008. It provides an overview of Youth Service America and the National Youth Leadership Council, Questions and Answers about NYSD, planning, project ideas, service-learning projects, recruiting volunteers, fundraising and support, and public relations.
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7505

Youth Service America. Global Youth Service Day: Planning Toolkit (en Espanol). Washington, DC: Youth Service America, 2008.
Abstract: This is the planning tool kit from the 20th annual Global Youth Service Day (NYSD) on April 25-27, 2008. It provides an overview of Youth Service America and the National Youth Leadership Council, Questions and Answers about NYSD, planning, project ideas, service-learning projects, recruiting volunteers, fundraising and support, and public relations. Alternative title: Día Nacional y Global del Servicio Juvenil.
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7506


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Louisiana State University. Service-Learning Community Partner Handbook. Baton Rouge, LA: LSU CCELL, n.d.
Abstract: This is the faculty guidebook for the Louisiana State University Center for Community Engagement, Learning, and Leadership (CCELL). It provides guidance and information on project planning and implementation.
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7627

Louisiana State University. Service-Learning Faculty Partner Handbook. Baton Rouge, LA: LSU CCELL, n.d.
Abstract: This is the faculty guidebook for the Louisiana State University Center for Community Engagement, Learning, and Leadership (CCELL). It provides guidance and information on course planning, design, and implementation as well as information on awards, funding, tenure, and promotion.
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7626

Louisiana State University. Service-Learning Student Partner Handbook. Baton Rouge, LA: LSU CCELL, n.d.
Abstract: This is the student guidebook for the Louisiana State University Center for Community Engagement, Learning, and Leadership (CCELL). It provides guidance and information for pre-service, service, and post-service, as well as sample forms and templates.
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7625


Strait, Jean R. "Deepening Community-based Learning Through Collaboration and Assessment." International Journal on School Disaffection, v.5(2), 2008, 41-48.
Abstract: This article looks at service-learning project done at the Hancock/Hamline University Collaborative Magnet School designed to encourage skill development, and the subsequent study done to assess student citizenship learning.
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7613


K-12

Bridgeland, John M., John J. DiIulio, and Stewart C. Wulsin. Engaged for Success: Service-Learning as a Tool for High School Dropout Prevention. Washington, DC: Civic Enterprises, 2008.
Abstract: This report presents original and secondary research that shows the ability of service-learning to address some of the principle causes of dropping out. It highlights findings from a nationally representative survey of 807 high school students, including 151 at-risk students, who share their views of service-learning. The report also examines the results of focus groups of service-learning teachers who provide specific examples of the ways in which service-learning has affected their students, as well as interviews with current students who offer their perspectives on service-learning programs. And the report draws upon research from a comprehensive national literature review, which found that service-learning improves almost every aspect of education that has an effect on graduation rates. Service-learning holds the potential to address each of the underlying causes of low graduation rates, while incorporating the strategies most recommended for preventing students from dropping out. See associated PowerPoint slide presentation for use at your next meeting or presentation on service-learning: http://www.servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7541
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7540

National Youth Leadership Council. K-12 Service-Learning Standards for Quality Practice. St. Paul, MN: NYLC, 2008.
Abstract: These standards and indicators were vetted through a series of "reactor panels" convened nationwide by the National Youth Leadership Council and RMC Research Corporation. The panels were composed of young people, teachers, school and district administrators, community members, staff from community-based organizations, policy-makers, and others interested in service-learning. The process was much like content-setting standards in other fields. Each panel considered the work of the two before them, revising the standards and indicators to ensure that they included the strongest aspects of quality, and to make the wording clearer, measurable, and actionable.
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7509

National Youth Leadership Council. Growing to Greatness 2008: The State of Service-Learning Project. St. Paul, MN: NYLC, 2008.
Abstract: Growing to Greatness (G2G) is the first comprehensive national study of the state of service-learning in kindergarten through 12th grade. It documents the unfolding story of service-learning, providing information to improve implementation, inform public policy, and give a clear picture of the many ways young people contribute to society. This fourth year report follows the 2004 report (focus on impact on schools), the 2005 report (focus on impact on students), and the 2006 report (impact of service-learning on youths' transitioning to adulthood and the impact of service-learning on the broader community). In 2007, we presented the Principles of Effective Practice. This year, we celebrate the collective work of many communities around the country in refining those original principles, translating them into the new K-12 Service-Learning Standards for Quality Practice, and observing how the whole service-learning movement is evolving and maturing.
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7514

Swanson, Christopher B. Cities in Crisis: A Special Analytic Report on High School Graduation. Alexandria, VA: America's Promise, 2008.
Abstract: This report takes a geographically-informed approach to the issue of high school completion. Specifically, the authors examine graduation rates in the school districts serving the nation's 50 most-populous cities as well as the larger metropolitan areas in which they are situated. Results show that graduation rates are considerably lower in the nation's largest cities than they are in the average urban locale. Further, extreme disparities emerge in a number of the country's largest metropolitan areas, where students served by suburban systems may be twice as likely as their urban peers to graduate from high school.
http://servicelearning.org/library/lib_cat/index.php?library_id=7501