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Expanding Flexible Models of Service Learning in Information Systems Curricula James P. Lawler Pace University New York, New York 10038 USA Anthony Joseph Pace University New York, New York 10038 USA

Abstract: Educators in information systems continue to be challenged with a decline in the enrollment of students. The study analyzes an approach in community engagement for attracting students into the information systems field. Focused on an analysis of a Community Empowerment through Information Systems and Technologies course at a major metropolitan university, this study discusses the impact of customized design of information systems outreach. Findings of higher engagement and higher impact of students continue to indicate the importance of flexibly integrating service learning courses in information systems curricula, but also is beginning to indicate improved interest of non-information systems and information systems students in the information systems field. This study may benefit educators considering further adoption of service learning as a core course if not a marketable feature of information systems curricula for undergraduate students.

Keywords: Community Engagement, Information Systems Education, Non-Profit Organizations, Outreach, Service Learning

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Recommended Citation: Lawler and Joseph (2009). Expanding Flexible Models of Service Learning in Information Systems Curricula. Information Systems Education Journal, 7 (95). http://isedj.org/7/95/. ISSN: 1545-679X. (A preliminary version appears in The Proceedings of ISECON 2008: §2724. ISSN: 1542-7382.)