Issues with Implementing Service Learning into an Agricultural Sciences Equine Program

Authors

  • Aleta C. Overby Louisiana Tech University
  • Erin Tucker Louisiana Tech University
  • Aaron Lusby Louisiana Tech University

Abstract

Service learning classes were implemented in an equine science program in the spring of 2007 after being funded for animal evacuation and recovery grants.  This program was met with great student enthusiasm and participation; however, the authors raise questions about some of the obstacles they have found while implementing this program.  The three major areas of concern include the optimum class size for service learning, transportation, and the depth of responses to student reflective pieces.

Author Biography

Aleta C. Overby, Louisiana Tech University

The co-authors have served as principles on a Learn and Serve America, Ready and Response Grant offered through the Kentucky and Louisiana Campus Compacts. They teach in the Department of Agriculture at Louisiana Tech University, where they are committed to developing and implementing curricular and co-curricular agriculture based activities.

This material is based upon work supported by the Corporation for National and Community Service under Learn and Serve America Grant No. 06LHHKY001. Opinions or points of view expressed in this document are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of the Corporation or the Learn and Serve America program.

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Published

02/09/2012

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 1 (2011)

Section

Insights, Case Studies, and Applications

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