Resource Description This resource addresses the topics: Programming, Community Building/Collaboration.

Community-Based Learning: Engaging Students for Success and Citizenship (New)

Atelia Melaville, Amy C. Berg, and Martin J. Blank

A survey showed that 95% of students ages 13 to 19 believe opportunities for more realworld learning would improve their school. This coalition report says that community-based learning involves students in real-world problem-solving that is relevant and meaningful and addresses the problem of boredom and disengagement in school. The report includes a collection of teaching and learning strategies, including civic education, work-based education, and service learning. (54 pages)

© 2006 Web Resource http://www.communityschools.org/CCSDocuments/CBLFinal.pdf

Coalition for Community Schools 4455 Connecticut Ave. NW, Ste. 310 Washington, DC 20008 Phone: 202-822-8405 x156 Fax: 202-872-4050 Web: http://www.communityschools.org

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