In several paragraphs, introduce Kolb’s Experimental Learning Theory, and explain to readers how this theory
aligns or connects with the topic of your research concept paper and study.
Purpose of study: The purpose of the proposed experimental quantitative study will be to randomly assign
approximately 250 first-year college students attending a large private university in Philadelphia into two
groups, traditional laboratory and PBL laboratory, to determine the effectiveness of a marine conservation PBL
laboratory on student understanding and willingness to take action to mitigate the effects of marine pollution.