Firsthand learning makes use of a learner's innate curiosity and desire to investigate real phenomena, by providing them with opportunities to learn for themselves using the analytical abilities of their own minds, and connect with the world around them.
Experiential learning capitalizes on an individual's intrinsic desire to investigate actual events, offering them the chance to acquire knowledge autonomously through the application of their own critical thinking skills, and facilitating a deeper understanding of the world around them.