Special issue of IRE explores how youths and adults learn through experiences gained in informal settings

A special issue of the International Review of Education – Journal of Lifelong Learning (IRE) explores how youths and adults learn through experiences gained in informal educational settings.
Experiential learning is a process through which a learner constructs knowledge, skills, and value from direct experiences. It transforms the learning experience from passive to active, and is recognized by modern educationists as a crucial aspect of learning. The editors argue that educators must not only be aware of the general principle of how experience shapes the way we learn, but also recognize that experience leads to growth and can foster a strong learning identity. More...