We Need Both Experience And Knowledge
Intro
Let’s do some quick definitions here. Knowledge can be defined as information and skill acquired through education and usually refers to the theoretical understanding of a subject. Experience on the other can be defined as the practical contact with and observation of facts and events. I would argue that both are similar in the way that they both provide you with information and knowledge at the end of the day. However, they do it through different means. Knowledge focuses more on the theory and is usually accumulated within a shorter span of time whereas experience requires practice and application of the knowledge over a prolonged period of time.
Knowledge is Useless Without Experience
Knowledge without experience is just information. And this information does not grow over time if it is not being used. Furthermore, you are highly likely to lose this knowledge after some time.
Taking a look at the learning pyramid above, the best way to retain knowledge is through practical application. The more involved you apply it, the more likely you are able to retain this knowledge.
