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TREND TWO: Innovative/interactive learning formats. Aaron Wolowiec. What is the trend?. Engaging experiences Self reflection Duo/triad discussions Learning groups Adult learning principles Autonomous/self-directed Life experiences/knowledge Goal-oriented Relevancy-oriented
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TREND TWO:Innovative/interactive learning formats Aaron Wolowiec
What is the trend? • Engaging experiences • Self reflection • Duo/triad discussions • Learning groups • Adult learning principles • Autonomous/self-directed • Life experiences/knowledge • Goal-oriented • Relevancy-oriented • Practical/demand respect • Instructional strategies • Rolestorming • Solution room • Ignite • Open space technology • Transfer of learning • Learning tasks: activities/exercises • Transfer tasks: action plans/return demonstrations
WHY is it hot? HOT!
WHY is it HOT? NOT!
Replicating the trend… • Effectively? • Experiment with a small event or • A small portion of a larger event • Efficiently? • Secure buy-in from key leaders/stakeholders • Deliberately coach program facilitators • Anticipate planning, organization and lead time • Within budget? • Professional development leaders within your industry • Cost-conscious instructional designers/consultants
Resources • Internetsearch: “adult learning principles” • Blogs: Explore blogroll at blogs.asaecenter.org/acronym • Social media: EventProfs Facebook group • Magazines/articles: Michigan Meetings & Events • Education sessions: ASAE Annual Meeting • Books: Core Competencies in Association Professional Development • Committees: Michigan Meetings Expo Advisory Board • Experiences: PCMA Learning Lounge & OrgPro 2012 • Peers/colleagues: National/state chapters of MPI & SGMP • Professional development leaders, instructional designers/consultants, e-newsletters, white papers, discussion boards and more!
AARON WOLOWIEC Founder & President Event Garde LLC Phone: (616) 710-1891 Email: aaron@eventgarde.com Web: www.eventgarde.com