Abstract
A comparative analysis is presented of community service activities in Saudi Arabian Universities. The methodology includes literature surveys, benchmarking, questionnaires, and focus group meetings. Community service definitions and activities are surveyed around the world. A benchmarking comparison is made between community service programs in 10 major Saudi universities and 20 top American universities. The current status of community service in Saudi universities is evaluated, and several improvement strategies are proposed.
Recommended Citation
Alfares, Hesham K.; Al-Haboubi, Muhammad H.; and Al-Zahrani, Mesfer M.
(2013)
"Community Service in Saudi Arabian Universities: A Comparative Study,"
Journal of Community Engagement and Higher Education: Vol. 5:
Iss.
2, Article 6.
Available at:
https://scholars.indianastate.edu/jcehe/vol5/iss2/6
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