Philosophy-Methods of Exp Educ (RMLS 520)

• College: College of Education-Human Ser
• Department: Recreation, Leisure Serv-Well
• Credit Hours: 3
• This course has a lecture with 3 hours.

During this course students receive an introduction to the theory, philosophy, and methodologies of experiential education. Students analyze and examine the writings of theorists and practitioners and discuss applications of their work to experiential education. Topics include learning theory, human nature, aims of education, critical analysis, and evaluation techniques. Students analyze principles underlying curriculum development and strategies for implementing such models. Students also gain understanding about assessing individual needs, models of behavior change, and developmentally appropriate activities. Typically Offered Summer Only, Even Ye