Exploring learning experience in textile and apparel management: study abroad in El Salvador

Examination of issues affecting the teaching and learning of large cohorts within practical-based subjects

“…Many authors have acknowledged that there has been a considerable amount of research and development within HE over the last 25 years in respect to effective teaching and learning (Knowles & Associates, 1984;Cannon & Newble, 2000;Somekh, 2006;Greasley & Ashworth, 2007;Ha-Brookshire, 2008). An important study by Pascarella & Terenzini (2005) highlighted two themes for research in US HE, the first being, the central role of other people and the stimulation they provide for learning.…”