Student Development in an Experiential Learning Program

This study is an outcomes assessment of an experiential learning program for undergraduate students interested in life and health sciences careers enrolled at a public urban research institution. The year-long research and professional experience internships were projected to improve learning outcom...

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Published in:Journal of college student development 2014-10, Vol.55 (7), p.707-713
Main Authors: Gilbert, Brandi L, Banks, Julianna, Houser, John H. W, Rhodes, Simon J, Lees, N. Douglas
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Active Learning
Careers
College campuses
College Instruction
College students
Dental Schools
Education
Experiential Learning
Genetic counseling
Health Sciences
Indiana
Internship Programs
Internships
Interviews
Learning outcomes
Medical research
Occupations
Outcome Measures
Participant Satisfaction
Program Effectiveness
Program Evaluation
Questionnaires
Retention
Schools
Self Evaluation (Individuals)
Student Development
Studies
Thinking Skills
Undergraduate Students
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Summary:This study is an outcomes assessment of an experiential learning program for undergraduate students interested in life and health sciences careers enrolled at a public urban research institution. The year-long research and professional experience internships were projected to improve learning outcomes in undergraduates. The study included an intensive learning outcomes assessment of one cohort. Results suggest high levels of active learning.
ISSN:0897-5264
1543-3382
1543-3382
DOI:10.1353/csd.2014.0072