THE TRANSFORMATIVE IMPACT OF EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING ON COLLEGE STUDENTS-LITERATURE REVIEW

Experiential Learning (EL) has gained increasing recognition as a crucial pedagogical approach in psychology education. This review synthesizes recent studies exploring the effects of EL on various aspects of psychology students' academic, professional, and personal development. Findings indicate that EL enhances student engagement, motivation, emotional intelligence, critical thinking, ethical competence, research skills, career readiness, and psychological well-being. The studies reviewed collectively support the integration of EL into psychology curricula to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, fostering a deeper understanding of psychological concepts and professional skills.