Integrated Framework for Experiential Learning: Approaches & Impacts

Integrated Framework for Experiential Learning: Approaches & Impacts

27/02/2024 | P. S. Aithal & Nandita Mishra
This paper presents an integrated framework for experiential learning in higher education, exploring its approaches and impacts. The authors aim to provide a robust foundation for understanding the significance and application of experiential learning as an alternative to traditional classroom learning. Through the identification and evaluation of various types of experiential learning, the research seeks to elucidate the diverse approaches and their impacts on student learning outcomes, skill development, and career readiness. The study also focuses on the integration of curriculum and faculty training to foster an innovation culture, aiming to enhance educational practices to align with real-world applications. Additionally, the paper addresses critical issues related to equity and inclusivity in experiential learning, alongside faculty training needs, to create an inclusive environment that benefits a diverse student body. The research takes a forward-looking stance by predicting future trends in experiential learning, considering the influence of technological advancements, global collaboration, and integration with emerging learning models, thereby providing insights that can inform educators, administrators, and policymakers in enhancing the effectiveness and inclusivity of experiential learning in higher education. The paper is based on exploratory research, utilizing systematic analysis of collected information from various sources. It outlines the concept and principles of experiential learning, emphasizing its role in active engagement, real-world relevance, critical thinking, and problem-solving. The study discusses various methods of experiential learning, including internships, service learning, study abroad programs, simulations, and role-playing, highlighting their contributions to student engagement, skill development, and career readiness. The paper also explores the concept of incubationship, which involves a collaborative relationship between higher education institutions and startups, enabling students to start and grow online businesses. The research underscores the importance of experiential learning in preparing students for the complexities of the modern workforce and fostering a lifelong learning mindset. The study concludes that experiential learning is a transformative approach in higher education, enhancing the educational journey for students and equipping them with the skills and mindset necessary for success in an ever-changing world.This paper presents an integrated framework for experiential learning in higher education, exploring its approaches and impacts. The authors aim to provide a robust foundation for understanding the significance and application of experiential learning as an alternative to traditional classroom learning. Through the identification and evaluation of various types of experiential learning, the research seeks to elucidate the diverse approaches and their impacts on student learning outcomes, skill development, and career readiness. The study also focuses on the integration of curriculum and faculty training to foster an innovation culture, aiming to enhance educational practices to align with real-world applications. Additionally, the paper addresses critical issues related to equity and inclusivity in experiential learning, alongside faculty training needs, to create an inclusive environment that benefits a diverse student body. The research takes a forward-looking stance by predicting future trends in experiential learning, considering the influence of technological advancements, global collaboration, and integration with emerging learning models, thereby providing insights that can inform educators, administrators, and policymakers in enhancing the effectiveness and inclusivity of experiential learning in higher education. The paper is based on exploratory research, utilizing systematic analysis of collected information from various sources. It outlines the concept and principles of experiential learning, emphasizing its role in active engagement, real-world relevance, critical thinking, and problem-solving. The study discusses various methods of experiential learning, including internships, service learning, study abroad programs, simulations, and role-playing, highlighting their contributions to student engagement, skill development, and career readiness. The paper also explores the concept of incubationship, which involves a collaborative relationship between higher education institutions and startups, enabling students to start and grow online businesses. The research underscores the importance of experiential learning in preparing students for the complexities of the modern workforce and fostering a lifelong learning mindset. The study concludes that experiential learning is a transformative approach in higher education, enhancing the educational journey for students and equipping them with the skills and mindset necessary for success in an ever-changing world.
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