Service-learning: A practical tool and methodology for integrating substantive university processes

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https://doi.org/10.31637/epsir-2025-2022

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integration, substantive university processes, service-learning, society, students, teachers, comprehensive development, research

Abstract

Introduction: The aim of this paper is to analyse service-learning as a methodology that facilitates the link between teaching, research and university extension, promoting the integration of substantive processes and social engagement. Methodology: A qualitative analytical-descriptive approach is used, focusing on examining service-learning as an innovative tool, supported by a review of relevant academic literature. Results: Service-learning enables the effective articulation of substantive university processes, providing a procedural framework for its implementation, with theoretical principles based on the concepts of this methodology. Conclusions: The implementation of service-learning projects in the university requires reorganising internal processes, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and promoting the active participation of teachers, students and the community in order to generate sustainable solutions to complex social problems.

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Author Biographies

Roberto Tolozano-Benites, Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems from ESPOL. Bachelor's degree in Educational Sciences with a focus on Educational Informatics from the State University of Bolívar. Master's degree in Educational and Social Project Management from the Technical University of Babahoyo. PhD in Pedagogical Sciences from the University of Oriente, Cuba, Santiago de Cuba.

Rector of the Megacompu Technological Institute. General Coordinator of the Guayaquil Parallel Programs at the State University of Milagro, Megacompu Institute Agreement. President of the College of Analysts and Professors in Information Systems (CALSI). Executive Director of Fumcoradt. Currently, he serves as Rector of the ITB (International Institute of Technology).

Segunda Elena Tolozano Benites, Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador

Full-time professor, thesis advisor, and national and international speaker.
Currently, she serves as Academic Vice-Rector of the Instituto Superior Tecnológico Bolivariano de Tecnología.

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2025-03-26

How to Cite

Tolozano-Benites, R., Tolozano Benites, S. E., Roger Martínez, I., & Barzola Zambrano, I. I. (2025). Service-learning: A practical tool and methodology for integrating substantive university processes. European Public & Social Innovation Review, 10, 1–12. https://doi.org/10.31637/epsir-2025-2022

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Vol. 10 (2025)

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Innovation through the Creation of a New Society via the Educational System

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