Looking for a rewarding career in experiential education? Whether you want to lead students on a mountaineering adventure, help run corporate leadership workshops, or simply explore all of your opportunities in the field, the 2017 AEE International Conference is for you. The Association for Experiential Education (AEE) – Learn Through Experience’s parent organization – hosts … Continued
The benefits of experiential education programs are well-documented. After experiencing adventurous, focused activities, learners benefit from self-reflection, skill building, and real-world application. From enhanced abstract thinking to critical leadership skills, these programs support lifelong growth and success.
Experiential education is not a new concept, but it has gained traction in recent years for its ability to help students better understand themselves and how they relate to their communities. Among the various options for a student after high school, experiential-based colleges and universities are a path worth exploring.
Education should encourage personal growth, stimulating students of all ages on social, intellectual, physical and emotional levels. Just imagine working alongside a skilled teacher and becoming completely immersed in the learning experience.
The chance to grow, to learn about yourself and improve your interactions with others is a goal for many people. Whether you want to enhance your schooling, break free from substance abuse or engage in team-building pathways, your options stretch far and wide. By engaging in experiential learning, you can positively impact your life and … Continued
Hiring good people to fill positions in your corporate team is the easy part. However, getting them to work together as a cohesive unit is the tricky part. How do you meld an outstanding group of individuals into a masterful team that gets the job done?
As a parent, you want the best for your child. Education matters. Experiences matter. When you enroll your child in an experiential education program, you will help deepen his or her confidence levels, skill sets and educational aptitude. The future will indeed look bright.
Individuals experiencing substance abuse or personal struggles may be skeptical and unwilling to trust, for fear of a return or a deepening of these issues. If you or a loved one are experiencing troubles, you might consider attending an adventure therapy program. Adventure Therapy Programs are designed to let you move ahead in a safe, comforting … Continued
School is a very different place today, and your child probably has a day packed with learning and test preparation designed to pump her full of information and skills needed to succeed in college. This is important, of course, but the hours your child spends in school are likely more teacher-centered than student-centered, as it’s … Continued
When you’re a leader in your place of business, developing your team is a big part of the job. Even if your day-to-day projects seem like they’re all about meeting your business goals, you’ll find it easier to perform well when your team works together seamlessly. One way to approach organizational development and team building is through experiential … Continued
You know enough about yourself to know that you don’t see yourself spending most of your work life in a cubicle, or even in the same city for very long, counting down the days and weeks until you’ve saved enough vacation days for your next climbing trip or “digital detox weekend” with hundreds of other … Continued
Classrooms serve their purpose, but the canvas of Mother Nature has a lot to offer too. If you’re considering trading whiteboards for clear blue skies and pencils for mountain peaks, you’re not alone. Adventure education programs attract all sorts of people. Maybe you’re looking to find space for reflection, healing and personal growth. Perhaps you … Continued