TESOL Pop S10E3 | Power Up Professional Development with Experiential Learning with Kirsten Holt

Published: 24 September 2024
on channel: TESOL Pop
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Kirsten Holt, founder of Creativity Sown, talks about experiential learning in teacher development. In this episode, Kirsten shares practical tips for getting started and highlights the value of building a community to exchange ideas and support growth.

KEY TALKING POINTS

1. What is experiential learning?
Kirsten explains that experiential learning involves applying knowledge in a practical setting (e.g., a classroom), followed by reflection and adjustment. This process helps teachers improve their teaching methods by learning from both successes and mistakes.

2. Iterative Process of Learning
Teachers are encouraged to try new activities, reflect on their outcomes, and make adjustments. This cycle of testing, analysing, and repeating leads to deeper learning and continuous professional development.

3. Collaborative and Reflective Practice
Experiential learning thrives in a collaborative environment where teachers share ideas, reflect on their experiences, and help each other improve. It helps foster a positive, engaging staff room culture or even an online community for solo practitioners.

4. Practical Applications and Resources:
Kirsten highlights how experiential learning can be applied to new technologies, such as AI, by experimenting with different teaching tools and approaches. She also gives the example of Creativity Sown, where teachers can exchange ideas and receive feedback.

Follow Kirsten on socials for more inspiring content.

1. Website https://creativitysown.com/
2. LinkedIn   / kirsten-holt-32a58767  

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CREDITS
Producer Laura Wilkes
Editor Haven Tsang
Thanks to our inspiring guest, Kirsten Holt.

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