Date of Award
2010
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science
Department
Liberal Studies
First Advisor
Peggy L. Tarpley, Ph.D.
Second Advisor
Susan E. Lynch, Ph.D.
Third Advisor
Matthew D. Lucas, Ed.D.
Abstract
In this study, 92 students, enrolled in introductory level courses at a small liberal arts university in rural central Virginia, were asked to fulfill 15 hours of service learning with individuals with disabilities. Students were required to keep journal reflections after each hour they completed. The researchers analyzed this data qualitatively by looking at themes and changes in attitude toward individuals with disabilities across the service learning activities. Data was organized into case studies representing each service learning activity. Then, common themes across the activities were discussed to assess the impact the activities had on attitudes of the college students toward individuals with disabilities.
Recommended Citation
Brickhouse, Angela; Harris, Jennifer; McGraw, Kelly; and Wernli, Lauren, "Service Learning with Individuals with Disabilities: Emerging Themes" (2010). Theses & Honors Papers. 296.
https://digitalcommons.longwood.edu/etd/296
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