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title: "Episode 143: The Transformative Impact of Applied Learning"
description: Transforming the educational experience by incorporating real-world engagement is be critical to prepare learners for an ever-evolving world. To be success
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# [Episode 143: The Transformative Impact of Applied Learning](https://moderncampus.com/podcast/episode-onehundredfortythree)

 Written by [Reuben Pressman](https://moderncampus.com/podcast/author/admin) | Mar 14, 2024 4:00:00 AM

Transforming the educational experience by incorporating real-world engagement is be critical to prepare learners for an ever-evolving world. To be successful in this, higher ed institutions need to find the balance between innovation and responsiveness to market needs while maintaining a high-quality standard.

On this episode, Melissa Vito, Vice Provost of Academic Innovation at the University of Texas at San Antonio, discusses the importance of soft skills and providing real-life workforce opportunities for learners.

 

**Full Episode**

* Access the raw transcript [here. ](https://illuminationbymoderncampus.buzzsprout.com/)*

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