This document discusses experiential learning as an approach that combines cognitive and behavioral theories to enhance learning through direct experience. It outlines the purpose, process, and levels of experiential learning, emphasizing the importance of active participation and interaction for effective learning. Additionally, it addresses the advantages and limitations of this method, highlighting its impact on skill development and student engagement.

1. ExpEriEntial lEarninG MEtHOD
DR. C. BEULAH JAYARANI
M.Sc., M.A, M.Ed, M.Phil (Edn), M.Phil (ZOO), NET, Ph.D
ASST. PROFESSOR,
LOYOLA COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, CHENNAI - 34
UNIT - IV
B.Ed - TNTEU

2. intrODUCtiOn
• Experiential learning integrates cognitive and behavioral
learning theories as an applied approach to "learning by
doing" that enables learners to gain experience in the
application of learning concepts.
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3. COnt…,
 Learning is the modification of behaviour through experience.
 The process has continuity and is carried through various years.
 Perfection in learning is achieved only through active interaction and experience.
 The learning mind reacts to external conditions and modified with experience the
learner gains.
 The process of learning takes place at 3 levels:
*Depending on prior experience of learner,
*Intellectual ability,
*Presentation of materials.

4. No two minds react identically
in the same situation
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5. pUrpOSE OF ExpEriEntial lEarninG
TO MODIFY THE
BEHAVIOUR OF THE
INDIVIDUAL
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7. 3 LEVELS OF EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROCESS
1. ASSOCIATION
2.
CONCEPTUALIZATION 3. SELF-DIRECTION
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9. COnt…
• All initial learning consists in the formation of association.
• Most of the knowledge and attitudes are learnt by association.
• This type of learning is comparatively easier to evaluate.
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10. EXAMPLES
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11. COnCEptUaliZatiOn
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12. COnt…
• Conceptualization is the process of
grasping the commonalities or the
relationships.
• Most of the higher learning in the cognitive
as well as affective domains takes place by
conceptualization.
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13. SElF- DirECtiOn
• In self directions is achieved as
people progress from association and
move on to conceptualization.
 Emotional or affective dimension of
learning is the strength.
• Can work independently on his own
initiative.
• Characterizes the creative artist.
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14. iMpOrtant pHySiOlOGiCal tHEOriES OF lEarninG

15. lEarninG ExpEriEnCE
Children learn by feeling, thinking and acting.
Stimulation of active participation by teachers.
Not a part of syllabus but interaction of learner.

16. lEarinG ExpEriEnCE
 GOALS: --purposeful
--continuous
--interactive
--integrating
 BASED ON: -- Facts
--concepts
--principles
--generalization
--curricular
--co-curricular activities
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17. SOUrCES OF lEarninG ExpEriEnCE
HOME
SOCIETY
PEER
GROUP
SCHOOL
MASS
MEDIA
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18. typES OF lEarinG ExpEriEnCE
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LEARNING
EXPERIENCE
DIRECT INDIRECT

19. DirECt ExpEriEnCE
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DIRECT EXPERIENCE
First hand experience with various
objects.
Perceptual learning arise out of
experience dependent.
EXPERIENCE PERCEPTUAL
MEANING
smelling Pleasant
tasting Sour, bitter
touching Soft, hard

20. inDirECt ExpEriEnCE
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INDIRECT EXPERIENCE
Experiences which are not real.
Example: earthquake, feeling of travelling by air or sea.
It can be appreciated and can experience through imagination
only.

21. CHaraCtEriStiCS OF GOOD lEarninG ExpEriEnCE
• Learning experience Instructional objectives
• Must satisfy psychological need of the learner
• Should be meaningful, appreciate the maturity level of the
learner, relate to the life situation, reinforced, intensive etc.,
• Should be varied, rich in content and novel
• Must be related to the availability of material & time
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22. aDVantaGES:
• Accelerates learning
• Increases them team work
• Learning helps to develop skills
• It increase student focus in the classroom
• Mistakes becomes valuable.
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23. liMitatiOnS/CHallEnGES:
• Participant can loose objectivity
• Reflection is difficult skill
• Limited class time / access to resources
• Inadequate group work skills
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24. COnClUSiOn:
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25. rEFErEnCE
“Teaching of Biological Science”
TNTEU – Study Material
Ram Publications
Sri Krishna Publications
Kaviyamala Publications
Google Images
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