David Kolb (educational theorist)

David Kolb is an educational theorist known for his experiential learning model, which emphasizes that people learn best through active experience. According to his theory, effective learning involves a cycle: concrete experience, reflective observation, abstract conceptualization, and active experimentation. Learners gain understanding by doing, reflecting on what they’ve done, developing ideas from that reflection, and then applying those ideas in new situations. Kolb’s model highlights the importance of engaging different learning styles and promotes using real-world activities to facilitate deeper understanding and personal growth.