Experience, Body and Spirit in Learning

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After reading textbook chapters 6 and 7 and the articles provided, respond to the following discussion prompts: Textbook link – https://drive.google.com/file/d/146xtv5mSCSNAv950T3tWV2vsbb5RkaCc/view?usp=sharin 1. Discuss the models of reflective practice, situated cognition, and communities of practice and their contributions to experience and learning. In your discussion, discuss how the educator of adults may be involved in consideration of these models. 2. Trace a recent learning episode in your life from initiation of the learning, through to completion of the learning. To what extent does your learning cycle reflect Kolb’s Learning Cycle as shown on page 109 of the textbook? How would you “adjust” Kolb’s cycle to better accommodate your learning? 3. Textbook authors Merriam and Bierema reference a quote by Virginia Griffin on page 127 of our text which reads, “Why would anyone play a one-string guitar when there are five other strings?” and at the close of the chapter summary stating, “Wouldn’t it be worth a little effort and openness to what could be? Would you rather play all of the strings of your guitar and teach others to play more beautiful music on their guitars?” Reflecting on your reading and in consideration of this image and quotes by Virginia Griffin, discuss what the interrelationship of body and spirit to adult learning speaks to you as an adult learner, and in assisting other adults in learning. Reflecting on your reading and in consideration of this image and quotes by Virginia Griffin, discuss what the interrelationship of body and spirit to adult learning speaks to you as an adult learner, and in assisting other adults in learning.