2. Well there are Several Different Theories and Models of
experiential learning. Lets have a look at some.
3. But First! Whats the difference between learning from
experience and experiential learning?
4. Here is a hint. Think of something you learnt through
experience. Was the learning accidental or planned?
5. Learning from Experience Learning comes from Unplanned
Natural Occurrences.
6. Experiential Learning Learning comes about from Planned,
Structured Activities designed to achieve some intended learning
outcomes.
7. 2 Definitions Experiential Learning can be defined a number
of different ways. Lets look at two 1. 2..
8. Definition No.1 1. The involvement of learners in concrete
activities that enable them to experience what they are learning
about. 2. The opportunity to reflect on those experiences Silverman
(2007)
9. Definition No.2 The process whereby knowledge is created
through the transformation of experience. Knowledge results from
the combination of grasping and transforming experience David
Kolb
10. Grasp experience in two ways Kolbs model considers the
grasping of experience in two ways:
11. Learners take in information through..
12. Concrete Experience
13. And Abstract Conceptualisation
14. And process information through
15. Reflective Observation
16. And Active Experimentation
17. Four-Stage Learning Cycle Kolb presents a four-stage
learning cycle where immediate or concrete experience makes for
reflection. Reflections assimilated are transformed into abstract
concepts from which action is derived. These implications can be
actively tested and serve as a guide in creating new
experiences