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Integrating service learning into a curriculum to reduce health risks at alternative high schools
Author(s) -
Denner Jill,
Coyle Karin,
Robin Leah,
Banspach Stephen
Publication year - 2005
Publication title -
journal of school health
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.851
H-Index - 86
eISSN - 1746-1561
pISSN - 0022-4391
DOI - 10.1111/j.1746-1561.2005.00015.x
Subject(s) - curriculum , service learning , medical education , focus group , qualitative property , psychology , service (business) , qualitative research , medicine , pedagogy , computer science , sociology , business , social science , marketing , machine learning , anthropology
Abstract: Service learning has been identified as a promising approach to reduce sexual risk behavior, among other outcomes. This study used qualitative data analysis to offer suggestions for optimally integrating service learning into a program to reduce sexual risks among alternative school students. Data were collected from student participants in the All4You! Project using classroom materials, focus groups, and individual interviews. Project educators and project staff also provided data through summary forms and field notes. Qualitative data analysis revealed 5 strategies for creating positive service experiences for alternative school students: (1) find appropriate service‐learning sites, (2) create staff support, (3) maintain appropriate student participation and behavior, (4) enhance student reflection on service‐learning experiences, and (5) address students’ self‐images. (J Sch Health. 2005;75(5):151‐156)