Project Pen Pal A Win-Win Service Learning Project for College Students and First-Grade Children

Authors

  • Dr. Michelle Haney Berry College

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56887/galiteracy.74

Keywords:

College students, authentic learning, service learning, child development

Abstract

This study explores a pen pal project in which college students studying human development are matched with first-grade students beginning to learn letter-writing skills. Analyses of college student final reports indicate that this project facilitated learning by offering an enjoyable authentic learning experience. Furthermore, teacher reports indicated that the first-grade students were highly motivated by the pen pal experience. Recommendations for further developing a pen pal service learning activity are provided.

Author Biography

  • Dr. Michelle Haney, Berry College

    Dr. Michelle Haney is a Professor of Psychology and Director of the Autism/Applied Behavior Analysis Program at Berry College. Her current research interests include transitioning students with developmental disabilities from high school to the community, inclusive post-secondary education opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities, and the intersection of history, culture, and current practices that support independence and self-determination for people with intellectual disabilities.

Project Pen Pal A Win-Win Service Learning Project for College Students and First-Grade Children

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Published

03/30/2010

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Research and Practitioner Articles

How to Cite

Haney, M. (2010). Project Pen Pal A Win-Win Service Learning Project for College Students and First-Grade Children. Georgia Journal of Literacy, 33(1), 35-39. https://doi.org/10.56887/galiteracy.74

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