Photovoice as a Pedagogical Tool: Examining the Parallel Learning Processes of College Students and Preschool Children through Service Learning

Kortney Hernandez¹, Ani N. Shabazian², Cathy McGrath²

¹CSULA, Center for Engagement, Service, and the Public Good, 5151 State University Dr., Los Angeles, CA, USA.
²Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA, USA.

DOI: 10.4236/ce.2014.522219                

Abstract

This study seeks to understand the effects of service learning on both young children and college students. Subsequently, quantitative and qualitative methods are employed to gain insight into how service learning coupled with a photovoice methodology can provide an empowering pedagogical practice for participants. Through the use of a Qualtrics survey and photovoice methods, this study examines the effects of service learning sampling 25 preschool age children and 39 undergraduate college students. Findings of this study provide an understanding and a platform for young children and college students to share their thoughts on service learning. Through reflection and dialogue from the participants, we begin to understand how alternative methods to education move beyond the realm of the classroom and collectively into the hands of the teacher, young children, and college students.

Keywords

Photovoice, Service Learning, Early Childhood, Volunteer Functions Inventory (VFI), Pedagogy

Conflicts of Interest

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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