Our AAT Program embeds experiential learning into our courses. Our students partake in Student Service-Learning (SSL) experiences and discovery through field trips!

Many EDUC 2301 students visited our LSC-CF Assistive Technology Lab to learn about the computerized tools available for individuals with different abilities on our campus. Last semester students visited the Unlimited Potential School at the Children’s Museum and The Asia Society. Through these field trips, students discussed practical implementations to their future classrooms based on their observations.

Aside from STEM-related Service Learning in collaboration with our Children’s Library, several classes visited REACH Unlimited, a facility for adults with special needs. Professor Arastu’s classes created lessons in areas of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) and engage with the REACH clients through rotating centers. (do you want to say again? It is mentioned above) This was a rewarding experience for all.

Alternative Spring Break (ASB)

Savage Inequalities – Exploring Poverty in Central America

Community Service in Nicaragua

In March 2016 Professor Shamim Arastu and Professor Valerie Jefferson traveled with 10 students to Nicaragua to engage in community service and immersion experience through the Center for Civic Engagement’s Alternative Spring Break Program. Several of the students are pre-service teachers.

Their hope was to expand our students’ world view by immersing our students’ into the Nicaraguan culture and by helping them to understand the day to day lives of Nicaraguan people. 

Students visited and worked with La Esperanza, a non-profit, non-denominational organization that serves families in need. We raised $3000 to purchase supplies and worked with La Esperanza Granada to build a home for a family and serviced the children in the local elementary school.

The experience was transforming for our students and for the family they served.