An Evaluation of Adventure Education Components in a Residential Learning Community
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2002
Abstract
The intent of this research project was to assess the impact of the out-of-class experiential components in a residential Learning Community Program. More specifically, the purpose of the study was to gain information from the students' perceptions of the impact that participation in an adventure education program (high or low ropes course) had on their in-class learning and their overall experience at the university. Qualitative data indicated that participation on the ropes course impacted the Learning Community students' in-class learning in the following ways: enhancing a connection to other students, faculty and the university; promoting increased self-learning and transferable skill development; and developing a support network for academic learning. The qualitative data also indicated that Learning Community students' overall experience at the university was affected largely by the connection developed with other students, faculty and the university.
Department
Academic Affairs/TRIO
Publication Title
Journal of Experiential Education
Recommended Citation
Bobilya, A. J., & Akey, L. D. (2002). An Evaluation of Adventure Education Components in a Residential Learning Community. Journal of Experiential Education, 25(2), 296-304. doi. 10.1177/105382590202500208
DOI
10.1177/105382590202500208
Link to Publisher Version (DOI)
Publisher's Copyright and Source
Copyright © 2002 Association for Experiential Education. Article published by SAGE in Journal of Experiential Education, volume 25, issue number 2, 2002, pages 296-304. Available online: https://doi.org/10.1177/105382590202500208
