The analyses of the experiences use the experience to learn from, and to critique, administrative theory. Service interactions in the community recognize the needs of service recipients, and offer an opportunity for recipients to be involved in the evaluation of the service. Course participants will work directly with the service recipients, seeking from them an understanding of their needs and problems, and will work directly with the agencies from whom the service recipients seek assistance. The service opportunities are aimed at the development of the civic education of students even though they may also be focused on career preparation. Knowledge from the discipline informs the service experiences with which the students are involved.
Administrative theory is concerned with human nature, individual needs, and citizenship.
The class offers a way to learn from other class members as well as from the instructor. Course participants will work in teams. The teams will make oral presentations to the entire class, and the class will discuss the experiences. Participation is optional.