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Research and Resources

Research and Resources

Research proves that service learning is a successful teaching methodology that is linked with increased academic achievement and social development. The research and resource information on this page can help establish or expand service learning in a classroom or a district.  This includes the Minnesota Department of Education’s Resource Library and a bibliography of recent research.

Contact:  Michelle Kamenov - 651-582-8434

Accessing the Service Learning Library Collection  36Kb (7/27/05)
     To borrow books and materials from the library: (1) Sign and return a Loan Agreement Form. An authorized person must sign the loan agreement form. (2) Fill out the Materials Request Form. (3) Return forms to MDE.
Definition of Service Learning  97Kb (7/27/05)
     Service Learning definition and examples used by MDE.
MDE Service Learning Library Catalog  235Kb (7/27/05)
     Searchable catalog includes a list of resources in a variety of service learning related subject areas.
Service Learning Information Packet  298Kb (10/2/07)
     This packet includes definitions, funding resources, web resources and examples used by MDE for Service Learning.