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Recommended Citation: Jensen, J.  Service Learning is Not Just for Students: Reflections on a Faculty Service Learning Project in Tanzania.  In The Proceedings of the Information Systems Education Conference 2007, v 24 (Pittsburgh): §3742. ISSN: 1542-7382.
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Service Learning is Not Just for Students: Reflections on a Faculty Service Learning Project in Tanzania

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Refereed6 pages
Julie Jensen    [a1] [a2]
Department of Economics and Business
Luther College    [u1] [u2]
Decorah, Iowa, USA    [c1] [c2]

Much has been written in recent years about the value of service learning for college students, and for IT students in particular. While there seems to be much agreement on the value of service learning for college students, this paper demonstrates that engaging in service learning opportunities also has great value for faculty. The project discussed involves a faculty member working with a non-profit organization and schools in a developing country to integrate computers into the schools. The benefits of service learning to faculty include refreshment and development of technical skills, opportunities to learn and practice skills in new areas, and enrichment of teaching practices.

Keywords: service learning, developing nation, IS education

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