The development of an evaluation framework on community impact of CSL in the Netherlands

Abstract Background Community Service Learning (CSL) is taking ground in higher education. In CSL, students use their academic skills to address society issues in close collaboration with the community. Reciprocity between community and university is conditional for meaningful CSL. Currently, much attention lies on student skills and competency development. There is less focus on the impact of CSL on the community. To move towards higher impact, we developed an evaluation framework on community impact in CSL. Methods We conducted a systematic literature review to identify criteria on community... Mehr ...