ABSTRACT

Originally published in 1975 Education and Social Action, examines the possibility and value of effecting links between community service and the curriculum in various sectors of higher education. It describes what has been done in each of several disciplines in giving students the opportunity to carry out work of direct social utility within the context of the curriculum. It examines the benefits and the problems experienced by students, their teachers, and analyses the social and educational issues involved. The book derives links between the work of Community Service Volunteer in fostering links between Community Service and the curriculum, not only in schools but in institutions of higher education.

chapter |20 pages

Introduction

Community Service and the Curriculum in Higher Education

chapter Chapter One|21 pages

Student, College and Community

chapter Chapter Two|18 pages

Student Help for the Educationally Disadvantaged

chapter Chapter Four|12 pages

Law Students and Community Action

chapter Chapter Seven|13 pages

Fieldwork in Theological Education

chapter Chapter Eight|10 pages

A Sandwich Course in Sociology

chapter Chapter Ten|14 pages

Community Action in Liberal Studies