"And gladly wolde he lerne and gladly teche."

"What is your preferred way to experience learning?" asks moira_ramsay ? 

I figured I'd answer here because this is going to be lengthy. The short answer is: "It depends."

( Nattering about learning and teaching )

I must thank James for mentioning a book title about shooting pictures with an iPhone. Truly, the best camera IS the one that's with you. ( Camera Karma )