Radio Production, 5th Edition

24

Training

We learn in four main ways: by watching others, by studying theory, by trying things out and by full-scale practical experience. In fact, the activities are linked together. The process of observation leads us to draw conclusions about what appears to work and what doesn't; we can then test theories before launching out in practice. We monitor ourselves as we do that and the cycle starts again.

Figure 24.1 (after Kolb)

 

Unfortunately, most people are not equally disposed to these four ways of learning. Someone strong on observation, reflection and theory will learn a great deal from visiting studios, watching professionals at work, ...