The Kolb´s Experiential Learning Cycle + Learning Styles

 Hello, everyone! I will share with you what we learned this week.

The Kolb´s Experiential Learning Cycle

David Kolb's theory of experiential learning suggests that learning happens in a cycle with four stages: experiencing something directly, reflecting on the experience, forming abstract ideas based on the experience, and then testing these ideas in new situations. He believes that learning begins with actually doing something or having a direct experience.

1.     Concrete Experience: This stage involves learners experiencing something new or engaging in practical activities. It's all about direct, hands-on learning.

2.     Reflective Observation: After the hands-on experience, learners think about what happened. They consider what went right, what went wrong, and what lessons they can take away from the experience.

3.     Abstract Conceptualization: Learners try to make sense of their experience by coming up with theories or ideas. They try to understand the experience in the bigger picture.

4.     Active Experimentation: Learners use what they've learned in new ways. They try out new ideas, which create new experiences and begin the cycle anew.

Next, we studied learning styles according to Kolb.

According to Kolb, there are four main learning styles:

Diverging: People who like to look at things from different perspectives and are good at coming up with ideas.

Assimilating: Those who prefer to understand a topic by logically organizing information.

Converging: Individuals who excel in finding practical uses for ideas and solving problems.

Accommodating: People who learn by hands-on experience and adapt well to new situations.

We did a test to find out what type of learning is the most appropriate for each one.

Here are my results:

In Thursday's class, we did groups to prepare the presentations and activities for next week. I hope you have learned with me this week, see you soon!