Article Title

Using active learning to enhance supply chain knowledge

Authors

Joe B. Hanna, Auburn University
Brian J. Gibson, Auburn University
Randall Chapman, LINKS Simulation Developer

Abstract

The constantly evolving logistics discipline confronts practitioners with the challenge of keeping pace with the many advancements in the field. The authors examine ways in which logistics trainers may be able to improve their ability to effectively convey knowledge to logistics practitioners by supplementing the traditional lecture-based approaches with active learning exercises. The results of a recently conducted survey detailing current usage levels and approaches of active learning exercises, specifically simulations, by logistics educators is then presented. The paper also summarizes comments from individual simulation participants after they have completed a training experience designed to immerse them in a real world supply chain scenario. The article concludes by providing suggestions and managerial implications.

Recommended Citation

Hanna, Joe B., Gibson, Brian J. & Chapman, Randall. (2005). Using active learning to enhance supply chain knowledge. Journal of Transportation Management, 16(1), 41-50. doi: 10.22237/jotm/1112313900

DOI

10.22237/jotm/1112313900