First Hand Learning

Mission Statement

The mission of First Hand Learning, Inc. is to promote the process of scientific inquiry as a vehicle for learning. We believe that most learners acquire and retain new knowledge most effectively when it derives from firsthand experience. Such learning makes people think for themselves rather than relying solely on the authority of teachers and textbooks. Our materials and programs are designed to assist classroom teachers and informal educators to design programs and pedagogical environments that promote learning from direct experience and original sources. By taking part in these programs, participants learn about the processes of scientific inquiry. Learning to think scientifically is the primary goal of our curriculum materials and our professional development experiences for teachers. At FHL we call this firsthand learning.