Authors: Scott D. Wurdinger
ISBN-13: 9781607093671, ISBN-10: 1607093677
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Date Published: December 2009
Edition: (Non-applicable)
Scott Wurdinger is a professor of experiential education and leadership studies at Minnesota State University, Mankato, and works with schools to integrate more
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.
Preface v
1 The Need for Experiential Learning 1
2 Active Learning 17
3 Problem-Based Learning and Inquiry-Based Learning 31
4 Project-Based Learning 45
5 Service-Learning 67
6 Place-Based Learning 83
7 Thoughts on Assessment 101
References 107
About the Authors 117