Bahrain Polytechnic introduces Service-Learning to three of its programmes

Bahrain Polytechnic introduces Service-Learning to three of its programmes

In line with its 2020-2024 Strategic Plan, Bahrain Polytechnic has introduced Service-Learning to three of its Programmes, after conducting a mapping exercise across all its programmes. The goal is to involve students in solving community problems, through their respective programmes. "Service-Learning“ is a teaching and learning methodology which fosters civic responsibility and applies classroom learning through meaningful service to the community. The introduction of Service-Learning ensures that it is embedded in at least one course across all academic programmes, as a credit-bearing project. The project is led by the members of the Academic Development Directorate at Bahrain Polytechnic: Mrs. Shaima Al Ansari, Chief, Curriculum Development Unit and Sh. Faye Al Khalifa, Head of the Commercial & Community Initiatives. Speaking on the rollout, Sh. Faye Al Khalifa stated: "We aim to engage our students to think beyond service to the industry and to apply their academic knowledge and skills to solve a problem in the community“, she continued: "Ultimately, our aim is to encourage a Pro bono culture amongst Bahrain Polytechnic graduates through the introduction of Service-Learning“. On that, Mrs. Shaima AlAnsari stated: "Nowadays, the focus in higher education institutions worldwide expanded to further include Service-Learning and giving back to the