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Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory

Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory. D. Stewart Walden University Dr. Stone 8101-1 August 2010. Objectives. Introduce David A. Kolb Discuss Experiential Learning Theory Definition and Concepts View Critiques of Experiential Learning Theory Evolving Theory and Conclusion

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Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory

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  1. Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory D. Stewart Walden University Dr. Stone 8101-1 August 2010

  2. Objectives • Introduce David A. Kolb • Discuss Experiential Learning Theory Definition and Concepts • View Critiques of Experiential Learning Theory • Evolving Theory and Conclusion • Evaluation of presentation

  3. Experiential Learning Theory Where did the idea come from? David A. Kolb Born 1939 Kurt Lewin 1890-1947

  4. T Group or Laboratory Model FEEDBACK Here-and-now observation UNFREEZING Re-examination of assumptions PARTICIPANT OBSERVATION Connect concrete experience and analytical detachment COGNITIVE AIDS Use of models or organizing ideas into handouts or lecture notes

  5. David A. Kolb

  6. Experiential Learning Theory What is it? A process where knowledge is created through the transformation of experience

  7. Two Ways of Knowing Grasping information Transforming Experience

  8. Experiential Learning Cycle and Learning Styles Kolb Diverger Concrete Experience Accommodator Perceive Reflective Observation Process Active Experiment Process Perceive Converger Assimilator Abstract Conceptualization

  9. Jarvis’s Learning Paths Critiques Assessment Cyclical Nature

  10. Conclusion

  11. Evaluation Please complete the evaluation on http://experientialexperience.wikispaces.com Click on the link “Evaluation”

  12. References Bogdan, R. C. and Biklen, S. K. (1992) Qualitative Research for Education, Boston: Allyn and Bacon. Boyatzis, R., & Kolb, D. (1991). Assessing individuality in learning: The learning skills profile. Educational Psychology, 11(3/4), 279. Fenwick, T. (2003). Reclaiming and re-embodying experiential learning through complexity science. Studies in the Education of Adults, 35(2), 123-141. Kolb, D. (1984). Experiential learning: Experience as the source of learning and development. Englewood Cliffs, N.J.: Prentice Hall.

  13. References continued Kolb, A. Y. and Kolb, D. A. (2005). The Kolb Learning Style Inventory 3.1: Technical Specifications. Boston, MA: Hay Resources Direct Sternberg, R. and Zhang, L. (Eds.) (2000) Experiential learning theory: Previous research and new directions. Perspectives on cognitive, learning, and thinking styles. NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum. Yeganeh, B, & Kolb, D. (2009). Mindfulness and experiential learning. OD Practioner, 41(3), 13-18.

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