Teaching for Experiential Learning Five Approaches That Work
by Wurdinger, Scott D.; Carlson, Julie A.Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2009-12-16
Publisher(s): R&L Education
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Summary
This book describes how to change the way in which educators conduct business in the classroom. Our current educational systems lack ways to reach today's learners in relevant, meaningful ways. The five approaches in this book inspire and motivate students to learn.
Author Biography
Scott D. Wurdinger is professor of experiential education and leadership studies at Minnesota State University, Mankato, and works with schools to integrate more experiential learning. Julie A. Carlson is professor of experiential education and leadership studies at Minnesota Slate University, Mankato. Her career as an educator spans three decades of outdoor, adventure, and experiential learning endeavors.
Table of Contents
| Preface | p. v |
| The Need for Experiential Learning | p. 1 |
| Active Learning | p. 17 |
| Problem-Based Learning and Inquiry-Based Learning | p. 31 |
| Project-Based Learning | p. 45 |
| Service-Learning | p. 67 |
| Place-Based Learning | p. 83 |
| Thoughts on Assessment | p. 101 |
| References | p. 107 |
| About the Authors | p. 117 |
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