Experiential Education (EE) is a pedagogical approach where theories are applied to concrete experiences in the advancement of course or program learning outcomes. These experiences can take place within the classroom, the community, or the workplace. At the core of EE is critical reflection, where students make meaningful connections between the experience and the course content.
We offer a wide array of support for EE, including:
- Workshops (both online and in-person, when permitted)
- Online modules and resources
- Individual consultations
Experiential Education Workshops
The Teaching Commons currently offers workshops designed for collaborative exploration of reflection as a learning activity and for providing feedback on student reflections. To learn more and to register to attend, visit our Events Calendar.
Supporting resources from past sessions are linked below:
Critical Reflection as a Learned/Learning Activity
- Further Reading (Critical Reflection)
- Food for Thought: Critical Reflection (Teaching Commons Resource)
Strategies for Meaningful Feedback on Student Reflection
- Further Reading & Resources (Feedback on Student Reflection)
- Handout for Students: Giving Feedback, Receiving Feedback, & Netiquette
If you would like to explore integrating EE into your course, please email Lisa Endersby, Educational Developer, at lendersb@yorku.ca to request an individual consultation.
Introduction to Experiential Education: Online Module
This module is designed to introduce the basic principles of experiential education (EE) at York. This will include looking at definitions of EE in the context of York, discussing theory informing EE, and considering the importance of structured, critical reflection in EE.
Special thanks to Genevieve Maheux-Pelletier (Director) & Robert Winkler (Instructional Designer) for their support in creating this module.
Access this module via this open enrolment eClass course available HERE
Preparing Students for Critical Reflection: Online Module
This module is designed to support faculty in identifying strategies to support students in developing their ability to reflect as well as in designing structured reflective activities and a related assessment plan for an EE course.
Special thanks to Robert Winker (Instructional Designer) & Dr. Jon Sufrin (Associate Professor, Writing Department) for their support in creating this module.
Book a Consultation
Questions? Looking for more information? Contact a member of our Teaching Commons team.
Lisa Endersby
Educational Developer
lendersb@yorku.ca