There are many similar yet different definitions of [[service-learning]]. Weigert states that in service-learning "three of the elements focus more on the community side of the equation; the other three focus more on the campus side. On the community side: the student provides some meaningful service, that meets a need or goal, that is defined by a community (or some of its members). On the campus side: the service provided by the student flows from and into course objectives, is integrated into the course by means of assignments that require some form of reflection on the service in light of course objectives, and the assignment is assessed and evaluated accordingly."<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Weigert |first=Kathleen Maas |date=1998 |title=Academic Service Learning: Its Meaning and Relevance |journal=New Directions for Teaching and Learning |volume=1998 |issue=73 |pages=3–10 |doi=10.1002/tl.7301 }}</ref>
Many universities, community colleges and K-12 schools offer a program that focuses on [[Service-learning|service-learning.]]. Some schools have a well-embedded program that offers credit while others may utilize it as a classification on a transcript or as a certificate. Below is a list of examples (not all inclusive) of different service-learning programs offered throughout the United States. The universities listed (in alphabet order) have prioritized service-learning as an academic philosophy on their campus.
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=== Elon University ===
The Kernodle Center for Civic Life at [[Elon University]] focuses on inspiring and preparing students to work with diverse communities while addressing local and global concerns and issues. Their goal is to help students become active and civic members in their community. The Center emphasizes student learning opportunities that specifically address the [[Common good|common good.]]."<ref>{{Cite journal |last1=Peter |first1=Felten |last2=Z. |first2=Gilchrist, Leigh |last3=Alexa |first3=Darby |date=2006 |title=Emotion and Learning: Feeling our Way Toward a New Theory of Reflection in Service-Learning |journal=Michigan Journal of Community Service Learning |language=en |volume=12 |issue=2 |hdl=2027/spo.3239521.0012.204 }}</ref><ref>{{cite journal |last1=Moore |first1=Jessie l. |title=Preparing Advocates: Service-Learning in TESOL for Future Mainstream Educators |journal=TESOL Journal |date=September 2013 |volume=4 |issue=3 |pages=555–570 |doi=10.1002/tesj.97 }}</ref>
=== Georgetown University ===
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=== Vanderbilt University ===
At [[Vanderbilt University|Vanderbilt University,]], [[community engagement]] pedagogies, often called “[[Service-learning|service learning,]],” are ones that combine learning goals and community service in ways that can enhance both student growth and the common good. Vanderbilt University creates collaborative projects between faculty and community partners where students apply course content to community-based activities.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-07-21 |title=Top 25 Universities For Non-profit And Community Service Ranked By Return - Best Value Schools |url=https://www.bestvalueschools.com/rankings/non-profit-and-community-service-ranked-by-return/ |access-date=2023-03-28 |website=www.bestvalueschools.com |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{cite book |doi=10.1037/10677-001 |chapter=Understanding service learning |title=The measure of service learning: Research scales to assess student experiences |year=2004 |last1=Bringle |first1=Robert G. |last2=Phillips |first2=Mindy A. |last3=Hudson |first3=Michael |pages=3–10 |isbn=1-59147-077-3 }}</ref><ref>{{cite journal |last1=Giles, Jr. |first1=Dwight E. |last2=Eyler |first2=Janet |title=A Service Learning Research Agenda for the Next Five Years |journal=New Directions for Teaching and Learning |date=Spring 1998 |volume=1998 |issue=73 |pages=65–72 |doi=10.1002/tl.7308 }}</ref>
