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experiential learning

[ ik-speer-ee-en-shuhl lur-ning ]

noun

, Education.
  1. the process of acquiring knowledge through hands-on activity and reflective observation of the activity and the experience of doing it. : EL, ExL


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Word History and Origins

Origin of experiential learning1

First recorded in 1970–75
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Example Sentences

Experiential learning helps cement good habits.

From Salon

“The University will continue to support our undocumented students, including expanding access to opportunities that allow undocumented students to gain valuable experiential learning and financial support.”

They’d tell us they want dual language learning, Paulo Freire-style experiential learning, skill building, and terrific, warm, principled principals who attract strong teachers and nudge out poor ones.

Next, students engaged in an experiential learning exercise that had them actively planning, shopping for and preparing a salad with food waste issues in mind, before writing reflective journals about their experiences.

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“Dr. Stritikus’ demonstrated success in creating an inclusive campus environment, bolstering experiential learning, accelerating financial support for the mission and programs at Fort Lewis and being a consistent advocate for students, faculty, and academic excellence speak well to the alignment of his skills and experience with the needs and opportunities in the Occidental community,” Lisa Link, chair of the college’s Board of Trustees, said in a statement.

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