Enhancing Transformational Literacy in Slovakia

Implementing Service and E-Service Learning in Academia With No Previous Experience

Bibliographic Data

ID21390337
AuthorsJana Javorčíková (0000-0003-0132-232X, Matej Bel University), Petra Strnádová (0000-0002-4038-6177, Matej Bel University)
Year2025
Volume73
Issue10
Pages21-35
Publication date2025-12-29
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueRoczniki Humanistyczne (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0035-7707 • E-ISSN: 2544-5200
PublisherTowarzystwo Naukowe KUL (PUBLISHER • PL)
DOI10.18290/rh257310.2
OpenAlexW7117699636
LanguageEN
References cited7

This study investigates university instructors’ awareness and readiness to implement service learning (SL) and electronic service learning (e-SL) within higher education, with a focus on Slovak departments of languages at Matej Bel University (MBU). Using qualitative data from interviews with ten instructors, the study explores perceptions, institutional support, and barriers to SL and e-SL adoption. Results reveal general awareness of SL, but limited familiarity with e-SL. Most participants indicated a willingness to undergo SL/e-SL training. However, a gap exists between the university’s strategic commitment to SL and its practical support at the faculty level. This misalignment may hinder broader adoption of the methodology. The study concludes that successful implementation requires not only awareness and training but also structural and cultural shifts within academic institutions. SL and e-SL offer significant potential for advancing civic responsibility, inclusive education, and community engagement, yet their effectiveness depends on holistic institutional support and the redefinition of faculty roles

Focus group · Higher education · Qualitative research · Service (business) · Service-learning · Transformational leadership · Global Education and Multiculturalism · Higher Education Practises and Engagement · Service-Learning and Community Engagement

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