scholarly journals Experiential Learning in Business Communication: Starting a Peer-Reviewed Student Journal and Podcast

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Marianna E. Richardson ◽  
Ryan Stenquist ◽  
Jenny Stenquist
Keyword(s):  
Experiential Learning ◽  
Transformative Learning ◽  
Critical Reflection ◽  
Business Students ◽  
Business Management ◽  
Business Communication ◽  
Practical Experience ◽  
Experiential Learning Theory ◽  
Brigham Young University ◽  
Kolb's Experiential Learning Theory

Ancient Greeks such as Plato, Socrates, and Aristotle realized the need for combining intellectual, theoretical learning with practical, real-world experiences. Modern educational theorists continue to make similar pleas for the need of a more holistic and experiential view of education. To promote experiential learning in business communication, Brigham Young University – Provo (BYU) started a peer-reviewed student journal and podcast for business students. The students’ experiences mirror Kolb’s experiential learning theory cycle (1984) and Mezirow’s theories on critical reflection and transformative learning, (1990, 1998, 2000). Students’ reflective comments were reviewed using Morris’ (2019) five characteristics of concrete learning experiences. Additionally, student ratings for this course are compared to other business management courses at BYU. These comparisons illustrate the high rating students give experiential learning courses. As the journal and podcast continue to grow in popularity, the opportunities for students have also grown because the students are gaining practical experience for future careers.

Appreciating Large Classes: Using Appreciative Inquiry to Foster a Hospitable Learning Space for Experiential Learning

2021 ◽  
pp. 105256292098012
Author(s):  
Mai P. Trinh ◽  
Chantal van Esch ◽  
Hector A. Martinez ◽  
Tracey Messer
Keyword(s):  
Experiential Learning ◽  
Organizational Development ◽  
Appreciative Inquiry ◽  
Experiential Learning Theory ◽  
Learning Space ◽  
Large Classes ◽  
Development Methodology ◽  
Large Enrollment ◽  
Large Groups ◽  
Kolb's Experiential Learning Theory

Experiential learning has been documented as an effective method for student learning, yet its use in large-enrollment classes remains limited. Kolb’s experiential learning theory emphasizes that experiential learning requires a hospitable learning space (HLS) that is conducive to learning. In this article, we reframe the challenges to experiential learning in large classes as a failure to create and maintain an HLS, and we propose Appreciative inquiry as one solution to this problem. Appreciative inquiry is an organizational development methodology that practitioners have successfully used to engage large groups to leverage their strengths and resources. First, we describe the HLS as an overarching theoretical framework to address the lack of engagement when conducting experiential learning in large classes. Second, we use the principles of Appreciative inquiry to provide actionable suggestions to instructors facing these challenges. Finally, through the use of appreciative inquiry, we argue that some characteristics of large classes can instead be viewed in an appreciative way as available resources to generate an engaging experiential learning process for students.

Cross-Cultural Competences in the New Economy

2012 ◽  
pp. 238-256 ◽  
Author(s):  
Irene Martin-Rubio ◽  
Drew Rodgers ◽  
Erik Døving
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Information Processing ◽  
Experiential Learning ◽  
Cultural Knowledge ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Cultural Learning ◽  
Experiential Learning Theory ◽  
Global Organizations ◽  
Different Cultures ◽  
Kolb's Experiential Learning Theory

Cross-cultural knowledge management in the e-environment results from interactions with others from different cultures that require new understanding and interpretations. The authors find that few studies have been conducted to address the objective of identifying the competences that are needed to promote learning and information processing in the 21st century. The authors’ primary goal is to identify competences that will promote learning and information processing in global organizations. The chapter outlines a taxonomy of competences necessary for cross-cultural learning in the global e-environment based on Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory.

scholarly journals Experiential learning and critical reflection as a tool for transfer of business knowledge: an empirical case study of a start-up simulation intervention for nascent entrepreneurs

2013 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 330-347 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ingrid Le Roux ◽  
Barnard Steyn
Keyword(s):  
Experiential Learning ◽  
Critical Reflection ◽  
Empirical Support ◽  
Nascent Entrepreneurs ◽  
Experiential Learning Theory ◽  
Start Up ◽  
Marketing Operations ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

This paper investigates the impact of venture start-up simulation on participants’ learning; it is concerned specifically with the relationship between experiential learning theory and critical reflection within venture start-up simulation. This was carried out in empirical investigation of a simulation training game used to train entrepreneurs in a formal setting. The findings show significant improvement in their knowledge of finance, marketing operations and information use. Participants reported increased skills and intended behavioural changes in their own ventures. Finally, there was empirical support for the fact that critical reflection during experiential learning can greatly improve the standard of learning and has an immediate effect on  participants’ behaviour.

Using Experiential Learning Theory and the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator in Teaching Business Communication

2000 ◽  
Vol 63 (3) ◽  
pp. 39-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Valerie Priscilla Goby ◽  
Justus Helen Lewis
Keyword(s):  
Experiential Learning ◽  
Business Communication ◽  
Experiential Learning Theory ◽  
Myers Briggs Type Indicator ◽  
Business Environments ◽  
Type Indicator ◽  
Myers Briggs ◽  
New Business ◽  
How People Learn ◽  
Management Students

As more emphasis is placed on groupwork in business environments, management students need to be aware of the psychological underpinnings of communication. They also benefit from understanding how people learn because they are likely to have to incorporate such understanding when, as managers, they implement orga nizational change. Moreover, they have to become life-long learners themselves as they adapt to new business environments. Business communication classes can perform an important role in preparing students to meet these challenges by intro ducing them to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and Kolb's experiential learning cycle.

scholarly journals The Potential Advantages Of Utilizing Venacular Language In Early Education In Papua As A Bridge To The Indonesian National Educational System

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 14-28
Author(s):  
Leonard Sumule ◽  
Agam Iheanyi-Igwe
Keyword(s):  
Experiential Learning ◽  
Elementary Students ◽  
Educational System ◽  
Student Outcomes ◽  
Language Instruction ◽  
Drop Out ◽  
Experiential Learning Theory ◽  
Language And Culture ◽  
Vernacular Language ◽  
Kolb's Experiential Learning Theory

This paper discusses the potential advantages of using vernacular language instruction to address  the high drop out rates of indigenous elementary students in Highlands Papua, Indonesia. The effect of challenges created by differences between local culture and the culture presented in the national Indonesian educational system is discussed. David Kolb’s Experiential Learning theory is discussed as a method that can improve student outcomes by encouraging early comprehension through linguistically and culturally relevant experiences. Successful bilingual primary education programs in various countries are discussed. Examples are presented that illustrate the importance and advantages of foreigners acknowledging local language and culture while amongst the Papua people. This paper proposes steps that the Indonesian government, especially the local jurisdiction of Papua province’s governance, can take to utilize vernacular language to address the achievement gap of indigenous elementary students in Highlands Papua. 

scholarly journals A Proposed Module for the Course Modalities and Assessment of Learning in Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Alternative Learning System (PB-DALS)

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 56-62
Author(s):  
Rufo A. A Labarrete
Keyword(s):  
Experiential Learning ◽  
Assessment For Learning ◽  
Activity Analysis ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Experiential Learning Theory ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Assessment Of Learning ◽  
Post Baccalaureate ◽  
Diverse Groups ◽  
Kolb's Experiential Learning Theory

This study proposed two modules for the course Modalities and Assessment for Learning in PB-DALS. The 4As strategy on teaching as suggested in Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory served as its core design. As such, it follows the Activity, Analysis, Abstraction, and Application phases of lesson episodes. Its contents, on the other hand, are reflective on the results of the findings reported as regards modalities and assessments of learning employed by the ALS programs implementers across diverse groups. These modules are deemed useful for teachers of PB-DALS, ALS programs implementers, and policy makers of the ALS. Taking things holistically, it is suggested that said modules be subjected for validation.

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