Girl Scouts is a major fan of experiential learning, also known as learning by doing. We believe it’s the best way for girls (and adults!) to try new things and build skills. But what does it mean, exactly?

What is learning by doing?

According to the American Psychological Association, learning by doing means “learning from experiences resulting directly from one’s own actions, as contrasted with learning from watching others perform, reading others’ instructions or descriptions, or listening to others’ instructions or lectures.”

In simpler terms, learning by doing can be explained as engaging in hands-on activities when mastering a new concept or building a skill. It’s been ...
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