Activist Learning vs. Service Learning in a Women's Studies Classroom (original) (raw)

Activist learning and service learning are vital pedagogical practices in Women's Studies classrooms, but they differ fundamentally in their focus and execution. This article argues for a return to activist roots within Women's Studies education, emphasizing the need for integrating activism into curricula to empower students as agents of social change. It critiques current educational practices and highlights the necessity of using activist approaches to effectively address ongoing social injustices related to gender, race, and class.