Experiential Learning Prepares Students to Assume Professional Roles
http://www.ieeexplore.ieee.org/iel1/47/472/00009215.pdf
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Southard, Sherry
IEEE Transactions on Professional Communication
1988

Abstract:

Educators need to prepare their students to assume roles as communicators in the corporate world. By providing experiential education--active learning both inside and outside the classroom--teachers can ensure that students succeed.