For example, a student in violation of campus policy is more likely to participate in developmental dialogue sometime after the infraction rather than during it, due to various reasons including emotional bias and environmental factors. Important to recognize is that these moments often occur within crisis or challenge, when cognitive dissonance forces an individual to reconsider previously developed perspectives of reality. Active learning occurs several ways. First, personal experience is crucial. Beyond experience lies interactive learning through dialogue, the exchange and development of ideas between two or more people.
Dialogue engages the conscious learning process.
Incorporated throughout this process of learning is reflection. Reflection involves recalling personal experiences and observations, and mentally connecting them with various thoughts and ideas. Reflection allows individuals to examine and modify personal perspectives. Observation learning cannot be ignored, however. Leadership through example is powerful.