This course is designed for educators working in either a formal or informal setting who have responsibility for recruiting, managing, and leader volunteers. The goal of this course is to provide a comprehensive introduction to the dynamic area of volunteerism. Students design a Volunteer Management Portfolio suitable for use in non-profit organizations or educational programs found in formal or informal settings. Specific course goals include: 1. Provide an overview of trends and issues in volunteer management. 2. Provide leadership strategies for optimizing volunteer effectiveness. 3. Provide strategies for evaluating volunteer service.