scholarly journals Rice University Engineers Without Borders: An Exercise In International Service Learning

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ross Gordon ◽  
Alex Gordon ◽  
Philip Bedient
Keyword(s):  
Service Learning ◽  
International Service Learning ◽  
International Service ◽  
Rice University ◽  
Engineers Without Borders

scholarly journals Challenges and Opportunities in International Service Learning

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tina Lee ◽  
Devin R. Berg ◽  
Elizabeth Buchanan
Keyword(s):  
Service Learning ◽  
Unintended Consequences ◽  
International Service Learning ◽  
International Service ◽  
Social Mission ◽  
Early Results ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Organization Analysis ◽  
Service Learning Projects ◽  
Engineers Without Borders

Service learning, and specifically the work of organizations such as Engineers Without Borders USA, have become popular with universities looking to provide their students with applied educational opportunities which blend technical skills with a broader social mission and help the institution demonstrate its global impact. However, questions remain regarding the truly realized outcomes for students, as well as the unintended consequences that may be experienced by the partnering communities. This paper describes early results results from a four-year, mixed-method study which collected data through a combination of interviews and focus groups with members of the Engineers Without Borders USA organization, analysis and coding of completed project documentation, and observations and notes collected during a field visit to a project site. We conclude from our early data that students who are able (given sufficient resources) to fully participate in these type of projects do see positive benefits. However, barriers may prevent all students from having this opportunity. Further, the nature of student service learning projects inherently creates challenges for the communities that partner on these projects. Ongoing revisions to the Engineers Without Borders USA operating procedures may remedy some of the deficiencies, while researchers, participants, and institutions should continue to critically evaluate the impacts and outcomes of their work.

Community Involvement and Benefits From an International Service Learning Program

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (7) ◽  
pp. 5-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lata A. Krishnan ◽  
Christi Masters ◽  
Jennifer M. Simpson
Keyword(s):  
Service Learning ◽  
Experiential Learning ◽  
Community Involvement ◽  
Learning Program ◽  
Short Term ◽  
International Service Learning ◽  
International Service ◽  
Short Term Study ◽  
Service Activities ◽  
Study Abroad Program

Service learning (SL) is a form of experiential learning in which students are involved in community service activities that are related to academic course objectives. A key aspect that separates SL from other forms of experiential learning is the mutually beneficial nature of the service activities. Much of the SL and international SL (ISL) literature has focused on positive learning outcomes for students, with much less focus on the benefits of SL to the community. Speech, Language, and Hearing Services (SLHS) in Zambia is an intensive SL short-term study abroad program. This paper describes the benefits to the community via the SLHS in Zambia program.

scholarly journals Using Campinha-Bacote's Framework to Examine Cultural Competence from an Interdisciplinary International Service Learning Program

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth DeVane Wall-Bassett ◽  
Archana V. Hedge ◽  
Katelyn Craft ◽  
Amber Oberlin
Keyword(s):  
Service Learning ◽  
Cultural Competency ◽  
Cultural Awareness ◽  
Educational Tool ◽  
Learning Program ◽  
International Service Learning ◽  
International Service ◽  
Reflective Journals ◽  
Interdisciplinary Programs ◽  
Nutrition Science

The purpose of this study was to investigate an interdisciplinary international service learning program and its impact on student sense of cultural awareness and competence using the Campinha-Bacote’s (2002) framework of cultural competency model. Seven undergraduate and one graduate student from Human Development and Nutrition Science disciplines participated in the program. Reflections from a synthesis paper post-travel were analyzed using an inductive approach. Six themes emerged from the reflective journals and were applied to Campinha-Bacote’s cultural competency constructs. Participating and learning together while reflecting helped deepen and progress this process for ISL students. Overall, the experience proved to be an effective educational tool for sensitizing students towards cultural competency within interdisciplinary programs.

scholarly journals Role of Emotional Entropy and Ethnocentric Paradigms in International Service-Learning

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (Winter) ◽  
pp. 13-46
Author(s):  
Christine Cress ◽  
Thomas Van Cleave
Keyword(s):  
Service Learning ◽  
Cognitive Dissonance ◽  
Transformational Learning ◽  
Culture Shock ◽  
American Student ◽  
Pedagogical Model ◽  
International Service Learning ◽  
International Service ◽  
Global Agency

Transformational learning in international service-learning experiences can by stymied by cultural ignorance and culture shock. Cognitive dissonance and emotional entropy are especially salient in American student encounters in India. Based upon three program years of data a pedagogical model for dismantling ethnocentric paradigms supports students’ development of culturally-contextualized global agency development.

Uncovering Ethical Dilemmas in International Service-Learning

2021 ◽  
Vol Publish Ahead of Print ◽  
Author(s):  
Kripa Dholakia ◽  
Annette Willgens ◽  
Patricia P. Rubertone ◽  
David Ebaugh
Keyword(s):  
Service Learning ◽  
Ethical Dilemmas ◽  
International Service Learning ◽  
International Service
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