Your final will be presented as a research paper using the writing prompt, “I used to think but now I know.” You
can use the following questions to jump start your thinking for this paper. Do not simply address the questions.
Develop your own paper based on your intentional reflection of this course.
What were your thoughts surrounding experiential learning previous to this course?
What are your thoughts now?
Reflect back on the experiential learning experience (Texas State SDEs and even others now that you might be
better able to identify them) and how did this shape your thoughts on experiential learning?
How do you think experiential learning shapes the learning of younger students?
Is experiential learning authentic? Is it effective?
How is it best applied? Can it be applied via online platforms?
What challenges do educators face with online learning and the facilitation of experiential learning?
Are there any philosophies surrounding experiential learning that you disagree with?
Do you think experiential learning should be implemented as a standard in primary and secondary education?
What would that look like?
