It is important to choose sites that will help the students meet their learning goals, as Kara mentioned above, the service learning opportunities need to tie into and enhance what the students learn in class. It is their opportunity to apply that knowledge to real-life situations and see how that knowledge can make a positive difference in their community. I also appreciated the advice to allow the students to be involved in deciding where they would like to serve. This will improve student buy-in and the likelihood that they will find the experience meaningful and valuable.
