Abstract
This theoretical paper anchors service learning (S-L) in three broad sociological theories. From there, discussions on the actual implementation of S-L based on these theories are explained to build an integrated S-L sociological framework. Four S-L modalities of community engagement are identified—namely transactional, transitional, transformational, and transcendental—with their corresponding respective levels of community participation—namely consultative tokenism, placation, partnerships, and citizen control. The application of such a coherent framework is discussed in the context of contemporary service-learning practices and community impact.
Recommended Citation
Abenir, Mark Anthony D. and Hok Ka, Carol Ma
(2020)
"Social Theories and Service Learning: Towards Building an Integrated Service-Learning Sociological Framework,"
Journal of Community Engagement and Higher Education: Vol. 12:
Iss.
3, Article 4.
Available at:
https://scholars.indianastate.edu/jcehe/vol12/iss3/4
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