Offering Institution
UPM-Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
Short Description of the Practice
Service-Learning (ApS) is an educational practice that combines content learning, competencies, and values with community service activities. Students engage in real-world needs in their environment, gaining valuable knowledge and experience. This course, offered by the UPM Service-Learning Office (http://aprendizajeservicio.upm.es/), introduces the fundamentals of this methodology and provides procedures and tools for evaluating both student performance and the quality of projects. The course is practical, allowing participants to design a feasible implementation proposal.
Main Activities of the Practice
Development of joint projects with teachers, students (curricular activity) and social entities.
Target Audiences
University professors and educators interested in innovative teaching methodologies.
Professionals involved in community engagement and service-learning projects.
Number of Modules and Total Duration of Implementation
3 Modules, 17 hrs
Type of Delivery
Blended
Language of Delivery
English and Spanish