I think that the type of service learning Ms. Adams' class does is the better way. They are understanding the issues which in the long run could inspire some of them to help change it. In Mr. Johnsons class, the students didn't understand the problems they were helping which only leads to a temporary fix. In order for things to change, people have to get involved and in order for people to get involved, they need to understand what the cause of the problem is. Mr. johnsons class did things like walk patients to their appointments which really didn't teach them anything. Ms. Adams' class actually learned about the homeless and the causes and these are the people who can make a change. most of the students in our class want to teach because we want to make a change. We want to make a difference in our students lives.
I tried to embed a video but the link has an error so I will attach the link instead. The mission of the shelter that students volunteer at in the video is not only to give out food, clothing and shelter but to teach life skills and try and change the stituation rather than just give a temporary fix.
Homeless Video.
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