7th Grade Service Learning: Perspectives on Poverty
Instructors: David Barringer & Katie Verlin
7th Grade Service Learning Class Page Curriculum Map
The 7th Grade Service Learning program, "Perspectives on Poverty," explores the guiding question of what it means to be human by exposing students to the complex issue of poverty. Students discuss the cyclical nature of poverty and examine the related issues of hunger, homelessness, addiction, lack of education, and health.
RUBRIC
Service Learning Assessment
Outreach to the Homeless Community: Students examine the issues facing the homeless in Mecklenburg Co. Stereotypes, misconceptions, and other problems that complicate the condition of homelessness are discussed in depth. Students also discover the services available to the homeless / ‘working poor’ and participate in various activities geared toward facilitating the needs of the homeless populations.
_____ Commitment to, and positive attitude toward providing community service
_____ Integration of service learning experiences with other academic classes
_____ Thoughtful reflections in the form of structured discussions and writing
Scale*
4 - Consistently exceeds expectations and criteria – goes above & beyond
3 - Consistently meets expectations and criteria
2 - Moving towards proficiency in most areas
1 - Beginning in most areas
0 - No apparent effort or participation in service learning activities or assignments
*The number grade is not equivalent to letter grades A-D.
Factors evaluated:
Leadership role in the classroom and/or on field trips
Well thought-out written reflections
Good class notes maintained in journal
Taking part in all discussions with peers, guest speakers and field trip curators
Initiative, Engagement, Effort, Care
Applying what is learned in the classroom to your other classes and taking that knowledge forward to the community.
Getting involved even when it means stepping outside your comfort zone
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