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Experiential Learning in Collegiate Aviation: The Use and Assessment of Internships
Get PDFExperiential learning, in general, and internships, in particular, are increasing in popularity as students endeavor to gain real-world experience in their chosen career field prior to college graduation. As noted by Steffes (2004), “Providing students with a connected view of learning that integrates their real world experiences with classroom lectures and discussion can create a powerful learning environment†(p. 49). It is this powerful learning environment that was the focus of this paper. As part of this study, a comprehensive literature review and survey of UAA institutional members was conducted. This resulted in a more thorough understanding of the history of experiential learning, the various types of experiential learning, various aspects of internships, the role of internships in collegiate aviation, and current methods of assessing internships both within collegiate aviation and other academic fields. The paper concluded by presenting various recommendations in how to best assess internships to ensure the growth and continued success of this form of experiential learning in higher education
Kudzu, Pueraria Montana (Lour.) Merr. Abundance and Distribution in Oklahoma
Get PDFInvasive species are a growing problem in the United States, and kudzu (Pueraria montana) (Lour.) Merr. is one of the most well documented invaders of southeastern states. Documenting the invasion of kudzu in Oklahoma, however, has not been a targeted focus in previous studies; thus, maps of its occurrence differ among sources. Our primary objective was to locate and confirm the presence of kudzu throughout Oklahoma. Specifically, we attempted to confirm previously recorded populations of kudzu and estimate the extent of the invasion at those sites. In addition, we wanted to locate stands of kudzu within Oklahoma that had not been recorded and to assess the extent of invasion. A survey was sent to state and county officials to acquire information on locations and general knowledge of kudzu. Points of occurrence and estimated extent of invasion in hectares were then placed in ArcMap programming to create a consolidated map of kudzu. Samples were collected, pressed, and placed in the University of Oklahoma’s Bebb Herbarium (OKL). We determined the majority of kudzu locations are in the southeastern portion of the state and total a minimum of 32.4 hectares. Results of the survey indicated half of the respondents polled were unaware of kudzu’s presence in the state
