learning gained through the learning journal and implementing the reflective practice have greater returns on investment than the passive learning that occurs within the classroom.
Experiential learning is nothing more than learning by doing. It is the art of practicing new knowledge until it is well integrated into our personal and/or professional lives.
So how is experiential learning different than hands-on learning? Experiential learning asks the learner to dedicate some time to reflecting on the learning experience. Experiential learning is, in essence, learning through hands-on with reflection on doing.
Kolb identifies nine different styles that add joy, satisfactions and also address different challenges.
The Kolb Learning Style Model is divided into four different styles which derive from a four stage learning cycle. This learning theory provides an understanding not just of individual learning styles based on the four quadrants but also explains a cycle of learning that can be applied to all learners.
The Kolb Learning Cycle is a four stage, experiential cycle where the learner ought to go through each of the four stages.
Kolb Learning Styles – 1976 David Kolb, the developer of Kolb Learning Styles, based his […]