Written by teachers for educators and researchers, this is the first handbook to present a series of insights that teachers may use to conceive, design, execute, and develop active learning experiences for authentic assessment that will enrich students' learning experiences. Active Learning considers a series of educational methods where students…

Decolonization address inequities in global settings that persist from colonial era practices. This pilot study gathers data from participants (student participants, n = 8; program facilitators, n = 3; local partners, n = 3) involved in a study abroad program to India and analyzes post-program perceptions related to select aims of decolonizing…

Unleash the transformative power of storytelling to build belonging, ignite critical consciousness, and amplify students' voices. This dynamic book equips educators who work with middle and high school aged youth to teach storytelling in their classrooms or community organizations. Through inspiring examples and hands-on teaching strategies, the…

Background/Purpose: Traditional higher education models face disruption as AI democratizes knowledge access, yet current open education implementations predominantly replicate conventional approaches digitally, resulting in poor completion rates. This study proposes a reconceptualized learning framework leveraging AI capabilities while addressing…

In this article, we explore the process of creating spaces for the practice and inquiry of transformative listening through the development of the Transformative Listening Protocol (TLP). Our premise is that embodied listening opens doors to transformations via a process to improve listening and safe spaces where people may engage with each other…

This paper presents a case for integrating students as partners (SaP) within the curriculum of higher education (HE), particularly through the lens of "third space" learning. Drawing on our experiences as a collaborative of educators in Canada and the United Kingdom, we explore the liberatory potential of play, partnership, and…

This essay reevaluates the role of reflection in experiential learning programs, contrasting traditional solitary ref lection methods with contemporary approaches that integrate collaboration and multimodal expression. These new approaches highlight a shift toward more flexible and interactive methods, reflecting the influence of new technologies…

This study investigates the transition of pre-service English teachers from university to high-school teaching, focusing on the challenges of applying theoretical knowledge in practical classroom settings. The research highlights how the integration of experiential learning and mentorship can effectively bridge the gap between theory and practice.…

As humanity grapples with the increasingly complex global issues we face, there is growing recognition that skills such as teamwork, empathy, communication and collaboration are more crucial than ever -- far beyond the scope of academic success alone. Yet opportunities to develop these competencies are frequently sidelined in formal schooling,…

Globalisation has increased cultural diversity in Chinese higher education, highlighting needs for intercultural competence development. However, suitable China-centric resources are lacking. This study evaluates intercultural learning materials developed by the RICH-Ed project, an intercultural communication textbook grounded in critical social…