The study module addresses the theories, methodologies, and implementation of experiential learning and adventure education. In this work-focused module, students learn to develop, reflect on and evaluate experiential learning and adventure education.
Experiential learning and society (5 ECTS) aims to develop students’ understanding of the theoretical framework, foundations and principles of experiential learning and experiential and adventure education. The course focuses on current discussions and research, examining the meaning of and opportunities for experiential learning and adventure education. Course participants explore the relevance of experiential learning and adventure education in contemporary societies.
Experiential learning and adventure education in pedagogical development (5 ECTS) explores the delivery of experiential learning and adventure education in various professional and work settings and provides students with an opportunity to examine the scope and potential of these approaches. During the course, participants will develop their competence in pedagogical development work and reflection, and become familiar with current research and discussions around learning, competence, development, and growth.
Experience design and experiential learning (5 ECTS) sheds light on human behaviour from the perspectives of ‘experiencing’ and ‘meaningful experiences’. Special attention will be given to applying the knowledge base and methods of experiential learning and adventure education in the fields of wellness, experience- and nature-based services, and tourism.
Target group
The module suits well for students and professionals in youth work, NGO work, education and schooling, rehabilitation, social work, and sports and physical education who wish to strengthen their theoretical and research and development competence in experiential learning and adventure education. It also suits for the students and professionals within the fields of business, tourism, and sports, leisure and recreation.
Prerequisites
The module will be organized in English; the participants should be willing to listen, read, write and speak English. A bachelor’s degree or previous bachelor level studies are recommended. The module does not require a community educator/adventure education degree or study modules, however, these might prove useful.
Why Study at Humak Open University of Applied Sciences?
Humak University of Applied Sciences operates in the whole of Finland and is the country’s biggest educator in the following fields: youth work, organizational work, work community development, adventure and outdoor education, cultural management, and interpreting and linguistic accessibility.
Humak has about 2000 degree students and about 160 experts in various positions. Finland’s unique open university of applied sciences system and Humak’s extensive online training make high-quality academic studies available to everyone with affordable costs regardless of students’ background. Thousands of students take advantage of our wide selection of online courses every year.
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Are you interested on bachelors’ degree studies?
Are you interested in studies in Finland instead of online studies? The annual application period for the studies is from the 4th January until the 18th January. Send your application to Bachelor of Adventure and Outdoor Education Degree Programme now.
Study in Helsinki, Finland and in the Nordic Wilderness.
Read more here (Studyinfo.fi application portal).
