Faculty Resources at the OCSE

The OCSE is here to assist you with exploring, planning or implementing a community-based learning (CBL) component in your classroom.

We will provide you with resources including:

  • How to get started with community-based learning
  • Definitions of various types of experiential education
  • Information on grant possibilities
  • Articles and texts on aspects of civic learning and community-based education
  • Assistance with finding the best community organization for your purposes
  • Contact information for local agencies
  • Forms for CBL experiences (liability releases, contracts, etc.)
  • Information and rubrics for assessment of CBL courses
  • One-on-one assistance with setting up and running a CBL course

Click on the links to the left to begin exploring -- see what we can do for you and your teaching!