Experiential learning. Developing students’ research skills using the internet

Authors

  • A. Serban Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
  • G. Nastase Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
  • G. Dragomir Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
  • A.I. Brezeanu Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
  • I. Bucur Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
  • G. Posea Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Keywords:

experiential learning, undergraduate students, research, educational development

Abstract

Experiential learning is helpful for undergraduate students as it helps improve their theoretical knowledge and develop research skills. This article seeks to present the benefits of experiential learning in the context of the higher-education environment. Through this method, we wanted to investigate to what extent such a theme could highlight and develop students’ research skills. The method suggests positive constructive feedback from both, teachers (colleagues) and students. Based on this feedback we consider the method information-specific because it transfers the theoretical aspects or ideas into real products. This study establishes a platform for future implementation possibilities at a different scale for the method, for undergraduate students.

Author Biographies

A. Serban, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Building Services Department, Faculty of Civil Engineering

G. Nastase, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Building Services Department, Faculty of Civil Engineering

G. Dragomir, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Building Services Department, Faculty of Civil Engineering

A.I. Brezeanu, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Building Services Department, Faculty of Civil Engineering

I. Bucur, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Building Services Department, Faculty of Civil Engineering

G. Posea, Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania

Building Services Department, Faculty of Civil Engineering

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Published

2016-01-19

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BUILDING SERVICES