Here is a clarification of one of the issues I raised a couple of
weeks ago. I would be interested in exploring with you through
outres ...
With the combination of outdoor adventure, developmental
group and skilled facilitation it would be very surprising if
outdoor adventure programmes/courses did NOT have a powerful
impact. The overwhelming power that we can tap into through such
a dynamic mix is surely not in question? Its capacity for power
generation must surely be beyond dispute. Could our research
efforts not now turn more towards programme development and ways
of harnessing this power more effectively?
To continue the analogy, it has long been recognised that wind,
solar and wave power can be transformed into electric power.
Research in the alternative energy field has focused on
developing more effective ways of harnessing and transforming
these alternative sources of power rather than measuring or
marketing them.
In the empowerment/education/training of people it is surely well
established that stimulating environments, stimulating activities
and stimulating people (supportive peer groups and inspiring
teachers) are all useful things to have around. Do we really need
to check this again before moving on to more thought-provoking
and useful questions?
Roger Greenaway
Reviewing Skills Training
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P.S. For students and lifelong learners with a big appetite:
Experiential Learning Theory Bibliography 1971-2001
A comprehensive web page by Alice and David Kolb
They have reached 1120 entries and are still looking for more!
http://trgmcber.haygroup.com/Products/learning/bibliography.htm
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