Location

MD203, Paul Cardinal Shen Medical Building, Fu Jen University

Start Date

29-5-2015 4:20 PM

End Date

29-5-2015 5:30 PM

Description

Service-learning has been a fast growing learning method in campus for almost every age group of students. But traditional service learning approach brings in controversial debates on the power differences and privilege in the serving-served relationship.

Critical service learning pedagogy responds to the power distribution issue in a profound way. Its emphasis on social change, and the effort on the seeking of mutual benefit for all parties in service learning experience speak to the weakness of traditional service learning path. By critically reflecting on and examining the concept and practice of service-learning projects, building authentic relationships between both serving and served ends, service-learning practitioners can enhance the advancement of social justice.

Recommended Citation

Antone, H. S. (2015, May). Towards more ethical service-learning. Paper presented at the 5th Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Service-Learning: Love Journey: Community Engagement through Service-Learning, Fu Jen Catholic University, Taiwan.

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May 29th, 4:20 PM May 29th, 5:30 PM

Towards a more ethical service-learning

MD203, Paul Cardinal Shen Medical Building, Fu Jen University

Service-learning has been a fast growing learning method in campus for almost every age group of students. But traditional service learning approach brings in controversial debates on the power differences and privilege in the serving-served relationship.

Critical service learning pedagogy responds to the power distribution issue in a profound way. Its emphasis on social change, and the effort on the seeking of mutual benefit for all parties in service learning experience speak to the weakness of traditional service learning path. By critically reflecting on and examining the concept and practice of service-learning projects, building authentic relationships between both serving and served ends, service-learning practitioners can enhance the advancement of social justice.