Learners actively construct their experience. Learning is an holistic process. Learning is socially and culturally constructed. Learning is influenced by the socio-emotional context in which it occurs. The authors elaborate on each of the propositions as the underpinning of their book.
Space prevents such elaboration here.
The challenge for any teacher engaged in labs, clinicals or practicals is to reflect on the learning environment provided in the light of these propositions giving attention to how each is, or might be, addressed. Using Experience for Learning .