Learning: Conceptual Frameworks and Research. Volume I: IUPUI Series

D espite the plethora of books on research in service-learning, international study programs, and international development, this is the first that brings together strong conceptual frameworks around international service-learning as a distinct discipline. This relatively new field of study draws from service-learning and community engagement programs in the United States and the many “year out ” and “study abroad ” dimen-sions of these programs. With community engagement increasingly appearing in the missions of universities across the world, interna-tional service-learning is beginning to gain credibility. Although international service-learning is largely a North American phenomenon, there are a few examples in Europe and Canada, and service-learning and community engagement pro-grams exist in many other parts of the world as well. As a result, this book, edited by key scholars involved in service-learning research, is timely and could offer support to academics and administrators considering the adoption of international experience programs. I