Community-engaged courses combine learning goals and community service in ways that can enhance both student growth and the common good. This approach is sometimes called “Service Learning” and is a high-impact practice that can create meaningful learning experiences for all students.
What is Community Engaged Learning? What are the benefits? How do I get started?
How do I find a community partner? What goes into a successful partnership?
What does a a community-engaged course look like? How do I combine content and engagement?
How do I help my students with community engagement? How do I manage the logistics of a community-engaged course?
What assessments are effective in a community-engaged course? Can I measure the impact of the community engagement?
Still have more questions? Check out the FAQ or reach out to discuss your course.
There is a vast body of scholarship on community-engaged learning. Check out this curated list to get started.
NIU faculty, staff, and students have published extensively on community-engaged learning and research.
Looking for inspiration? Check out some of the community-engaged projects that NIU faculty, staff, and students have conducted.
Submit a Community-Engaged Teaching Sample
Phone: 815-753-0595
Email: citl@niu.edu
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