23920: Experience Matters: Enhancing Management and Int. Business Education through Experiential Learning (Prework needed for this session - check online)

In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, the traditional lecture format is not sufficient to prepare students for the complexities of global business operations. Experiential learning is a pedagogical approach that highlights hands-on learning through real world or simulated experiences to help students develop critical thinking, deep understanding, and practical skills. Experiential learning redefines education by turning students into active, engaged participants in their own learning journey. This proposed PDW presents five distinct types of experiential learning activities that educators can implement to enhance students’ understanding of management and international business concepts. This PDW offers participants in-depth insights into each experiential activity, explores the learning outcomes, and provides an opportunity to connect with experts in these areas. Participants will receive insightful guidance and support to implement similar experiential activities in their own classrooms. Following brief introductions by the presenters, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in roundtable discussions on a variety of experiential learning topics, including: (1) Integrated Business Core Programs, (2) International Business Ethics and Sustainability Case Competitions, (3) Innovative International Service Learning, (4) International Consulting from Home, and (5) Professional Development for International Business Leaders. These roundtables will offer a dynamic platform for sharing ideas, strategies, and best practices in experiential learning.

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