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2025 EEA Upcoming Workshop Schedule:

Register here for the EEA workshops being held in conjunction with the SEE Annual Conference at Hilton Fallsview - 6361 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada L2G 3V9

Sunday, September 7, 2025 2:00-5:30pm  ET - Fundamentals of Experiential Education
Participants in this workshop will explore the theoretical and philosophical roots of experiential education and the principles of good practice that underscore all types of experiential learning. Participants will have an opportunity to actively explore the implications and applications of this information, and to identify the resources available for continued professional development and specific use in their programs.

  1. Apply learning theory to experiential pedagogy
  2. Contextualize experiential education theory and priorities through present day
  3. Examine the role of an experiential educator as it contributes to learning
  4. Identify the necessary pedagogical components needed to obtain desired outcomes

Sunday, September 7, 2025 2:00-5:30pm  ET - Strengthening EE at Your Institution

SEE has pioneered the area of strategic planning related to the process of institutionalizing the full range of experiential education into educational and community institutions. This workshop addresses critical factors that need initial and ongoing attention such as faculty involvement, alignment to mission and values, and strategies for change.

  1. Explain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to strengthen experiential education.
  2. Practice completing an institutional/programmatic evaluation of experiential education.
  3. Develop an individualized “mini-action plan” using the elements from this workshop.

Monday, September 8, 2025 8:30-12:00pm ET - Principles of Ethical & Best Practices
Workshop participants will examine two SEE foundation documents, the Guiding Principles of Ethical Practice and Principles of Best Practice in Experiential Education. The goal is to develop a deep understanding of these principles through both a theoretical examination of the contents and a hands-on experiential component where participants will be given an opportunity to generate ideas specific to their own programs.

  1. Understand the Guiding Principles of Ethical Practice and Principles of Best Practice in Experiential Education
  2. Apply the Principles of Ethical Practice and Principles of Best Practice in Experiential Education to experiential program design, student learning, and professional practice
  3. Identify opportunities for incorporating the Principles of Ethical Practice and Principles of Best Practice in Experiential Education at my institution

Monday, September 8, 2025 8:30-12:00pm ET  - Expanding Access and Opportunity in Experiential Education

Experiential education is widely recognized for its transformative impact on student learning. However, its design and implementation can lead to disparities in access and success. This workshop will explore strategies for expanding access and opportunities for more impactful experiential learning experiences. Participants will explore key design principles, learning processes, and actionable strategies that can broaden access and enhance opportunities for all students.

  1. Examine current trends and challenges related to access and opportunity in experiential education.
  2. Identify best practices for promoting student access and success through experiential learning design and implementation.
  3. Explore impactful partnerships and collaboration strategies that strengthen and expand experiential education opportunities.

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 8:30-12:00pm ET -  Reflection

While experiences make up the first “E” in experiential education, it is through intentionally structured reflection that lasting learning occurs and transfers to new situations. This workshop will explore methods for guiding students to be more reflective both in and after their experiences using reflective theories and practice designed for experiential education. 

  1. Identify the characteristics of, develop, and apply an effective reflective process for student learning
  2. Identify key reflection methods and questions suitable for various experiential activities
  3. Situate a reflective process in the context of experiential pedagogy 
  4. Review foundational and contemporary theories on the reflective process

Registration coming soon for the second series of Virtual EEA Workshops in September and October 2025.

Friday, September 26, 2025 1:00-4:30pm ET - Assessment 

During this workshop, which is designed for beginning and intermediate-level assessment practitioners in experiential education, participants will develop an outcomes assessment plan to use at their own institution.  

  1. Explore experiential education assessment terminology, expectations of process, and outcomes.
  2. Align assessment with learning outcomes.
  3. Recognize the process of valid and reliable assessment. 
  4. Discover some methods of assessment and evaluation.


Friday, October 3, 2025 1:00-4:30pm ET - Teaching & Learning Experientially 

This workshop focuses on the teaching and the learning components of experiential education. Participants will get to construct course syllabi, design workshops, and/or plan group experiences on their campuses while creating an educative experiential learning component. Attention is paid to learning goals and outcomes as well as the challenges of experiential education assessment.

  1. Recognize how one's personal learning experiences informs one's design decisions.
  2. Define experiential education and intentional design.
  3. Identify experiential learning theorists and principles that serve as a foundation for designing experiential learning.
  4. Describe backward design and how it can be used to create experiential learning.
  5. Use foundational theories, experiential learning best practices and principles of backward design to develop goals, learning objectives, assessments, and activities that support teaching and learning experientially.


Friday, October 10, 2025 1:00-4:30pm ET - Digital Tools for Experiential Education

In this workshop, participants will explore how simulations, generative AI, and immersive technologies can enhance experiential learning. Through a mix of examples, discussion and hands-on activities, participants will examine digital tools and techniques that support student-centered, authentic learning experiences. By the end of the session, each participant will create an action plan to guide the intentional integration of digital tools into their own experiential learning designs.

Outcomes:

  1. Differentiate among key digital tools used in experiential learning.
  2. Describe how digital tools can support experiential learning methods.
  3. Use generative AI to support the design of experiential learning components such as scenarios, prompts, and assessments.
  4. Develop an action plan for designing or enhancing a technology-supported experiential learning activity aligned with course outcomes.

Registration and Participation

Individuals interested in joining EEA workshops have several options:

  1. Annual Workshops: EEA workshops are conducted yearly as part of pre-conference offerings. These sessions provide valuable learning opportunities for individuals seeking to enhance their expertise in experiential education.
  2. Regional Workshops: Some workshops are hosted by institutional partners regionally, offering opportunities for individual participation. These sessions may focus on specific themes or topics relevant to the region's educational needs.
  3. Future Virtual Options: Once per year, EEA hosts a series of virtual sessions, providing flexibility and accessibility for interested individuals to engage with the program remotely.

To explore the possibilities offered by the Experiential Education Academy or for more information, visit our About EEA & Certification Page or contact SEE directly at [email protected].

Benefits for Experiential Education Practitioners:

At the Experiential Education Academy (EEA), practitioners at different career stages find tailored benefits:

  • Newcomers' Foundation: Newcomers to the field acquire a strong foundation in experiential education principles and practices through our comprehensive workshops.
  • Mid-Career Exploration: Seasoned practitioners delve deeper into specialized topics, moving beyond the fundamentals to explore advanced concepts and methodologies.
  • Continuous Learning for All: Our programs offer all practitioners the opportunity to stay updated with the latest trends impacting various facets of experiential education. This includes insights into assessment techniques, legal considerations, and other contemporary issues.
  • Community Engagement: Being part of the SEE community provides practitioners with access to a diverse network of scholars and experts in experiential education. This vibrant community fosters collaboration and knowledge-sharing among practitioners, enriching the collective learning experience.

At EEA, we strive to empower experiential education practitioners across all career stages, providing a platform for continuous learning, growth, and community engagement.

You may view all of the EEA Workshop descriptions, click here.

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