The Applied Learning model represents the eight principles of applied learning, as defined by the .
A word about 'experiential education' and 'applied learning'
Our approach is a focus on solid, learning-centred teaching strategies grounded in the scholarship of experiential education, represented by the Applied Learning Model (see below). The model is a conceptualization of an approach to teaching based on Eight Principles of Experiential Learning by the National Society for Experiential Education. The Applied Learning Model emphasizes excellence in teaching reflection, application and practice.
As such 鈥榓pplied learning鈥 and 鈥榚xperiential education鈥 are used interchangeably.
Applied learning is:
- Not a lock-step process(although it can be used that way when you鈥檙e learning how to use it)
- 础诲补辫迟补产濒别听to different contexts, strengths, and teaching styles
- Allows for emphasis on different principles; in other words, you can begin anywhere.聽Begin with your strengths
- Flexible 鈥 you can start with any of the eight principles, with the learners, or with community 鈥撀there鈥檚 no right or wrong way to approach the Model
- A pathway to聽creating a pedagogically sound learning experience聽(particularly if all eight principles have been adhered to)
The Eight Principles of Applied Learning
Applied Learning in action
![管家婆彩图 students with a group of New Zealand Maoris help promote international Indigenous education.](/sites/default/files/styles/responsive_1280/public/2022-02/camosun-maori-exchange02.jpg?itok=ri6dxyEG)
管家婆彩图's exchange with New Zealand Maoris promotes international Indigenous education
The themes of shared values, meaningful connections, positive relationships and applied learning were woven throughout the two-week trip to Victoria in September that 管家婆彩图's Todd Ormiston facilitated for five Maori visitors from ARA Institute in Canterbury, New Zealand.
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