Extending a Hand to Our Stakeholders: Examining the Risks of Service-Learning Courses in Technical Communication Programs
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Date
3-1-1999
Abstract
Service learning classes in their various conceptions seem an excellent environment conducive to teaching our students sound technical communication principles. The essence of service-learning classes is the organized linking of academic study, community service, and reflection. Service-learning classes, thus, seem ideal for students to learn communication skills and gain valuable workplace experience. Moreover, through service-learning classes, technical communication programs can meet the needs of a particular community and establish strong relationships with various stakeholders. However, before we completely embrace service-learning pedagogies, we need to consider more fully the consequences. Without careful planning and supervision, service-learning courses place our programs, faculty, students, and stakeholders at risk.
Publication Information
Munger, Roger. (1999). "Extending a Hand to Our Stakeholders: Examining the Risks of Service-Learning Courses in Technical Communication Programs". The Ecology, the Environment, and the Evolution of Technical Communication: Proceedings of the Annual Meeting of the Council for Programs in Technical and Scientific Communication, October 15-17, 1998, 44.