Faculty Fellows Modules

Online Faculty Fellow Training

Welcome to the University of Idaho’s Service-Learning Faculty Fellow training. The course is designed to provide faculty interested in service-learning pedagogy and research a better understanding of theories and best practices commonly used in the field. The online-training consists of three units: Introduction to Service-Learning, Reflection: Theory and Application, and Building Successful Community Partnerships. Each unit is divided into six parts and takes approximately an hour to complete.

Introduction to Service-Learning:

This module is the first in our Service-Learning series, designed to give you a solid foundation in service-learning methods and best practices.  The module introduces the basics of Service-Learning in higher education for faculty interested in incorporating innovative teaching methods into the classroom.

Reflection: Theory and Application:

This is the second module in our Service-Learning series.  This module describes the theoretical basis for reflection and how it applies to service-learning in the classroom and community.

Building Successful Community Partnerships:

This module is the last in our Service-Learning series.This module describes the essential components to cultivating successful community partnerships in service-learning.

Each unit contains activities and assessments to enhance and assess your understanding of the material. Participants who complete each of the assessments with 80% or more answers correct will be recognized as Faculty Fellows by the University and receive preferential treatment in requests for funding and staff support from the Service-Learning Center. 

To register for this course, please e-mail the UI Service-Learning Center at servicelearning@uidaho.edu with the e-mail address you would like to use to register for the training. You will receive confirmation of your registration by e-mail from coursesites.com. You may then continue through the registration and Faculty Fellows Training at your convenience. Online discussion boards also present the opportunity to discuss ideas, syllabi, and questions related to service-learning with peers across campus and the state.