SA Second Post

"Hey, it's Sandy! In this second blog on Service as Action, I'll delve deep into applying Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills to your experience. The max SAs you can add is 5, and some students might be figuring out how to integrate global contexts and assess the ethical aspects of their actions. But that's what this blog is for – a guide to distinguish one from the other.

Thanks to SAs, students in our school explore and reflect on their recorded efforts to help the local environment, requiring interaction with the community through charity or volunteering. The good news is we can apply ATLs to any experience.

Critical Thinking: Generate thoughtful solutions and delve into the causes of community problems. For instance, consider the working conditions of vets. Make well-informed decisions, taking various approaches into account to address specific issues.

Solving Problems: Offer original solutions to community problems or find ways to meet their needs.

Communication: Explain concepts, strategies, and objectives to peers and community members in an understandable manner. Active listening also falls under communication – pay attention to community members to understand their viewpoints and needs for better solutions.

Teamwork: Plan and execute service projects cooperatively with others.

Reflection: Reflect on personal experiences, skills, and knowledge gained through service activities.

Self-awareness: Understand personal biases, values, and assumptions that may impact your approach to service.

Global Perspective: Recognize the global implications of local actions and issues.

Ethical Decision-Making: Consider the ethical implications of actions and decisions, ensuring service activities align with principles of fairness and justice.

Adaptability: Adjust plans and approaches based on evolving community needs and feedback.

Stay tuned for more SA insights and tips in my next blogs. Until then, keep making a difference, one service at a time!"