Experiential
Situated Learning (Lave & Wenger)
Learning is inseparable from the context and community in which it occurs
4 phasesExperiential
When to Use This Framework
When you need a proven structure for your session
You want to use research-backed approaches to make your sessions more effective.
The 4 Steps
Follow this sequence to apply Situated Learning (Lave & Wenger)
1
Authentic Context
2
Legitimate Activity
3
Social Participation
4
Identity Development
What You'll Achieve
Gives you a tested template to build from.
Activities use real-world scenarios and authentic tasks that mirror actual practice contexts.
Practical Tips
How to get the most out of this framework
- 1Start with the phase that resonates most
- 2Adapt the framework to your specific context
- 3Don't try to use everything at once
- 4Iterate based on what works for your group
Related Frameworks
Other Experiential frameworks you might find useful
Discovery Learning (Bruner)Learners discover principles through guided exploration rather than direct instruction
ConstructionismAn evolution of Piaget’s constructivism that posits learning is most effective when individuals are actively engaged in making tangible objects or 'public entities.' It emphasizes the transition from internal mental models to external, shareable artifacts like programs, machines, or theories.
Montessori Planes of DevelopmentA holistic developmental framework that maps four distinct stages of human growth from birth to adulthood. It posits that learning is not a linear progression but a series of 'rebirths' characterized by specific psychological needs, sensitive periods for skill acquisition, and alternating cycles of intense construction and consolidation.