Figure 1
A diagram illustrating the theoretical framework for service-learning professional development. The diagram is divided into three main sections: Authentic Learning, Situated Learning, and Experiential Learning. Each section lists key components. Authentic Learning includes real-world tasks, multiple perspectives, collaboration, reflection, scaffolding, and authentic assessment. Situated Learning includes communities of practice, legitimate peripheral participation, mentorship, professional identity, and social participation. Experiential Learning includes action-reflection cycles, meaning-making, transformation of experience, feedback integration, and progressive challenges. These sections feed into complementary learning mechanisms, which include authentic task engagement, social participation, and iterative cycles. Scaffolded progression is divided into three phases: observation, co-teaching, and independent teaching, each with specific activities. Theoretical framework for service-learning professional development