Service-learning as a methodological strategy at University

Abstract

This paper describes the experience performed with students on an education programme, in the Faculty of Educational Sciences at the University of Seville (Spain). The subject is called General Teaching and its objective is to improve the relation between practices and theory through a Service-Learning methodology. The project has been approved by the University of Seville and has been recognized for its involvement in cultural, sport, student representation, solidarity and cooperation activities in the university environment. The results of the assessments made by the school, college and university are very encouraging. In the selfevaluation carried out to identify areas that develop Service-Learning methodology we have found that it is necessary to implement and strengthen teaching structure at all university levels (grades itineraries, undergraduate programs, doctoral programs, ...) addressed to student training. These findings emphasize the importance of methodology to improve academic learning at University and strengthen citizen engagement with the Community.