By Lucas Jorg | 3rd year Journalism student
You might be wondering what is experiential learning? In short, it is the process of learning through experience.
Experiential learning can take on many different forms depending on your program. Co-ops and field placements, simulations, industry projects and time spent in our state-of-the-art labs are just a few of the ways you can learn at Mohawk.
Here are just a few benefits that experiential learning provides.
Ability to apply what you learn
It allows you the opportunity to apply what you learn in the classroom. By actively participating in the learning, you get hands-on experience, that can help you increase your understanding of the course material.
It prepares you for entering the workforce
Experiential learning activities are based on real challenges within the industry, where you are able to develop your skills and learn by trial and error. You get a sense of what you love to do and where you would like to work, once you finish your program.
It helps builds your connections
Experiential learning provides you with opportunities to network and grow your professional connections within your field of study. These connections are invaluable when it comes to finding a job after graduation.
Makes you more confident
Finally, getting hands-on experience helps you to grow your confidence that yes, you can do what’s required for the career of your choice.
Mohawk is committed to helping you get the best education possible and setting you up for your future career. Experiential learning is one of the most valuables things that you’ll take away from college and it’ll help give you that added boost to get into the career of your dreams.
