Great ideas : using service-learning and differentiated instruction to help your students succeed

"Describes how to combine standards-based instruction with service-learning. Defines service-learning and provides a rationale for service-learning as a tool to allow all students access to the general education curriculum in inclusive classrooms. Outlines the steps to follow when designing and implementing service-learning. Describes how to differentiate instruction in the general education curriculum so that every student can make progress." - INTRODUCTION

Introduction to service-learning
History: service-learning, standards-based education, and inclusion
Rationale: why use service-learning in inclusive classrooms?
Preparation: connecting service to the curriculum
Investigation: identifying community needs
Action: planning and implementing the service activity
Reflection: thinking critically and building understanding
Evaluation: documenting effects on students and community
Celebration: recognizing everyone's contribution
Continuation: sustaining standards-based service-learning, differentiated instruction, and school change