Mindset in Motion (MIM)

Dr. Zoë MacLeod is a certified executive coach, change agent, and educational advisor specializing in leadership, executive coaching, and organizational development. As Associate Vice-President, Professional and Continuing Studies at Royal Roads University, she leads a dynamic team dedicated to lifelong learning. She designs programs that bridge education and industry, from leadership development...

🎙️What happens in a maturing experiential learning landscape where a community comes together to make their own definition more user-friendly, and centers around Indigenous community needs? In our latest podcast episode of Mindset in Motion, Christine Martineau, Lisa Stowe, Erin Kaipainen, and Kyla Flanagan from the University of Calgary sit down with Bill Heinrich to discuss. 

In this episode of Mindset in Motion , host Bill Heinrich welcomes Dr. Monika Stelzl, a social psychologist and professor at St. Thomas University, and recent graduate Lynnee Pevie to discuss their transformative work and experiences in experiential education. Together, they delve into the themes of reciprocity and connectedness as central pillars of a groundbreaking course, Psychology of Human-Na...

Discover how high-impact practices (HIPs) are transforming the educational journey for adult learners in this insightful episode featuring Dr. Alaa Alasarhan, an expert in experiential learning and author of “High Impact Practices: Evaluating Impact on Adult Learners Retention for ELTHE journal. Drawing from his extensive research and experience, Dr. Alasarhan delves into the unique challenges and...

Our latest episode features a powerful discussion with Dr. Madhumita Banerjee and Kaila Bingen from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. They dive deep into their groundbreaking research on equity in experiential education, specifically their paper, "A Case for Equity: Work-Based Learning as a Viable Alternative to Internships." This episode explores how work-based learning can serve as...

In the latest episode of Mindset in Motion , we sit down with Dr. Annie Jonas, the newly appointed Dean of the Center for Experiential Learning and Careers at Warren Wilson College. Dr. Jonas dives deep into the college’s unique work-based learning model, where every student gains hands-on experience as part of a work crew, developing valuable skills like carpentry, plumbing, and accounting. Beyon...

In this episode of Mindset in Motion, Dr. Tiffany Herbert, Associate Vice President for Health and Well-Being at California State University, Dominguez Hills, dives deep into the intrinsic connection between experiential learning and well-being. Bill asks Dr. Herbert to expand on her argument that experiential learning is a form of wellbeing, offering listeners a unique perspective shaped by her b...

In this episode of the Mindset in Motion podcast, join Dr. Bill Heinrich in conversation on one of three episodes dedicated to the latest articles in the ELTHE Journal. Here, Bill explores how institutional context and culture shape the practice of experiential learning. Our guests, ELTHE authors of “Revisiting SEE’s Principles of Good Practice for Experiential Education: Exploring Institutional C...

In this episode of Mindset in Motion, Bill Heinrich, Director of Mindset by Symplicity, is joined by Josh Meyer, Director of the McNair Scholars Program at Montana State University, Bozeman, and Tiana Irouje, Director of Student Engagement and Success at the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering, Indiana University. Together, they explore the intricate relationship between the de...

Why does experiential learning resonate with students and learners? What can we learn from experiential learning in the social work sphere? Join Bill Heinrich in conversation this month with Dr. Christine Norton, a licensed clinical social worker and professor of social work at Texas State and certified adventure therapist. In this episode, Dr. Norton highlights how experiential education resonate...

In this episode, Dr. Amy Cicchino and Dr. Patrick Green join our host, Bill Heinrich to reflect on the student roundtable (S4, ep13) and take a deep dive into experiential learning and its impact on students today. Together, they share their perspectives on how engaged experiential learning can unlock the value of higher education and contribute to solving complex problems. Tune in to gain valuabl...

Michael Holden of Queen's University joins us to talk about his and colleagues research about an interdisciplinary, community based, experiential project. The findings give us great insight into additional motivations of learners in their doctoral studies. 

Hear from Dr. Anne Price and Dr. Michael Savoie as they discuss their institution's QEP-driven Experiential Learning project.  many EL projects are just getting started, but this group has accomplished a lot in a few years, solved for categorization and assessment and are facing a new challenge: scale and integration.  The authors discuss their new ELTHE article with me and give some great ti...

In this episode, Dr. Amy Cicchino, is joined by current students enrolled in a variety of degree programs across different states and program types. The student panel discussion dives into topics such as transformation, engagement, career outcomes, and deep learning that transcends time and contexts. Join us for this thought-provoking episode where students share stories of profound learning exper...

Bryn Lottig is now a best selling author. Her new book, No Child Left Inside: Transforming the Next Generation Through Experiential Learning. I had the chance to connect with Bryn to talk about this new publication and dig in on some of the big ideas that are underlying experiential learning , nature based learning, outdoor time and the ways that learning occurs!

Today we connect with Dr. Claire Brady, President of Glass Half-Full Consulting!  Claire and I were classmates long ago and recently reconnected to talk about Artificial Intelligence in Student Affairs.  Claire has served in many roles, including VPSA and now consults with campus organizations about AI, getting started, and what to avoid. Her insights are clear and timely.  We also take a listener...

In this episode, Dr. David Kolb, Dr. George Kuh, and Dr. Alice Kolb join moderator Dr. Patrick Green to discuss the foundations and the future of Experiential Learning. These leading scholars share their current definitions of Experiential Learning, delve into their surprising entry points into the field, explore how it affects the brain and contributes to learning, and call for greater collaborat...

Join us in this episode as we explore the integration of inquiry-based experiences in biology curriculum. Our host, Bill Heinrich, is joined by Dr. Sonal Singhal, Dr. Karin Kram, and Dr. Charlene McCord from California State University, Dominguez Hills. They share their expertise and insights on the benefits of teaching biology through experiential methods, the impact of experiential learning on s...

In this episode of Mindset in Motion, "Deciphering the Defining Features of Experiential Learning," we have the honor of hosting Dr. Josh Meyer, an educationalist with extensive expertise in experiential education. Join us as we delve into the complexities and approaches of deciphering the definitions of experiential learning, exploring its convergence with other educational disciplines,...

 Tyler Hough, Executive Director of the Chicago Center and the Philadelphia Center. A social entrepreneur and nonprofit strategist, Tyler Hough has spent the past decade plus building and leading organizations that make a difference in the world. Bill and Tyler cover some ground on  Educating Cultural Chameleons EL as a "flexible ensemble of processes" Matching Cultural Intelligence lear...

Lucy Morrison, Levi Thiele and Katia Maxwell discuss with Bill there new definition of Experiential Learning, grounded in their scholar-practitioner experiences The authors come out strong with this opener: "The current movement to institutionalize Experiential Education (EE) reflects contemporary concerns about the perceived value of investing in education.” This definition reflects EL’s int...

Ryan McRae of HubSpot talks about his career in training and various transitions between roles.  Ryan’s career spans Higher Education, training for the US military, and several well known brands.  Hear how he thinks about going from zero to one with trainees, how he lowers barriers to learning, and how he makes it fun to be part of a new team!  Ryan McRae has been with HubSpot for 2 years as a Sen...

From "Rudy" to "The Internship" to "The Social Network," movies and media that highlight the collegiate and early-career experience are abundant. In this lighthearted episode, Brad Thomson, Senior Technical Analyst, and Vanessa Phong, Product Success Coach, Orbis, chat about their favourite films in this genre and explore how media portrayals of the post-secondary or...

Café spaces, particularly on college campuses, serve as vibrant community hubs, caffeinated ones, at that. Saxbys has ingeniously transformed these spaces into student-run businesses, placing coffee shops right on campus and entrusting students with their entire operation. This innovative initiative fosters experiential learning as students take the lead in managing day-to-day café To-Do's, o...

In this episode we talk about how Simulation Canada, Colleges and Institutes Canada, and Douglas College use simulations-based experiential learning techniques to scale up clinical competencies for health sciences and allied health fields. The pandemic was one catalyst for this growing trend of simulation in healthcare and the recognition of its value in helping students achieve relevant competenc...