Teaching, Learning & Innovation Summer Institute

How do we facilitate knowledge construction through experience in online environments? Online courses bring together students from diverse geographical regions and various social, cultural, and economic backgrounds. Our challenge as educators is how to design experiential learning that is not place-dependent yet supports students’ critical and reflective learning through experiences.

In this session, we will hear from faculty members across various academic fields at the university and their insights on developing experiential learning opportunities within their online courses. We will learn about specific ideas on structuring experiences in an online environment, actively engaging students in critical reflection and inquiry, and setting opportunities for applying students’ understanding in real-world contexts. We hope these examples inspire you to walk away with ideas on integrating experiential learning experiences into your course.