A presentation created for the MTSU EMC Department meeting about Experiential Learning.

1. Experiential Learning
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2. Learning process that
takes place beyond the
traditional classroom
Experiential Education in the College of Arts and Sciences, Northeastern University, 1997
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3. Enhances the personal
and intellectual growth
of the student
Experiential Education in the College of Arts and Sciences, Northeastern University, 1997
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4. Learn by Doing
Experiential Education in the College of Arts and Sciences, Northeastern University, 1997
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5. Engages the student
directly in the subject,
work or service
involved
Experiential Education in the College of Arts and Sciences, Northeastern University, 1997
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6. EXL Requirements
Minimum of 16 hours of EXL designated classes
At least one external activity
MTSU internal service component
Documentation of completion of EXL activities
Participation in assessment activities
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7. EXL Activities
Co-operative Education/internships
Study Abroad
Applied Learning
Service-learning
Creative Activity
Teacher Education
Laboratory Experiences.
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8. Student Benefits
Sample a career field
Hone skills and apply
theories
Broaden career horizons
Network in the field
Acquire college credits
Gain professional work
experience
Increase self-confidence
Enhance resume
Prepare for graduate
school
Possibly get a job offer!
Sample a career field
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9. Faculty Benefits
Keep abreast of
changing needs in
industry
Interact with
professionals in the field
Become familiar with
employers
Evaluate classroom
instruction in relation to
students’ preparation
for employment
Explore new possibilities
for working
relationships
Explore new possibilities
for public service
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10. New Media Communication
Current
3070 Introduction to Social Media
Practice
3210 New Media Video Application
4460 New Media Capstone
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11. New Media Communication
Planned
3260 Content Management and Strategy
4410 Introduction to User Experience
Online Marketing and SEO
Digital Analytics
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12. (EMC) blends communication skills,
creativity, critical thinking, and new
technologies to help students learn
how to navigate a world that has
evolved beyond the
traditional...Students get hands-on
experience
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13. EMC Opportunities
Animation - Motion Graphics
Photo - Still Digital Imaging, Photojournalism, Editorial
Photography, Documentary Photography
Video/Film - Multi-cam and Single Cam Directing and
Producing, Video Series Production
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14. EMC Proposed
3580 Practicum
4000 Media Internship
4xxx Study Abroad (New)
4800 Seminar in Media Issues (VR/AR)
49X0 Advanced Seminar
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