What is Informal and Experiential Learning? 

Put simply, informal and experiential learning involves education that takes place all the time, outside of the classroom, no matter how young or old you are. Now more than ever, educators and experience designers are taking into account the social, cultural and environmental factors that can help them make the most of diverse learning environments. 

In this recent recent interview, the OSU College of Education's Lynn Dierking, Ph.D. highlights practical, research-driven insights behind informal and experiential learning design. Dr. Dierking also shares foundations of curriculum design for OSU's flexible, affordable Informal and Experiential Learning Certificate program. 

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