Service Learning: Fostering a Cycle of Caring in Our Gifted Youth
Department
Secondary and Middle Grades Education
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
Fall 2003
Abstract
: Service learning, a method of instruction that combines learning with service to the community, can foster mutual respect and caring between gifted students and their communities. Using examples from various service learning experiences conducted by young gifted adolescents, the authors relate how service learning can be instrumental in infusing the qualities of caring in gifted youth. A K-12 best-practice model for service learning that incorporates the Creative Problem Solving process, the cognitive apprenticeship model, cooperative learning, reflection, and celebration is described. INSETS: Awards for Service Projects;Material Helpful for Service Learning.
Journal Title
Journal of Advanced Academics
Journal ISSN
1932-202X
Volume
15
Issue
1
First Page
23
Last Page
32
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
10.4219/jsge-2003-437