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How negative feedback can lead us towards more inclusive learning design
In my last post I described how to facilitate the Back to Back Listening activity virtually. What I didn't know then was that I would soon receive negative feedback about that activity from a participant. And it prompted me to think more intentionally about my design...
How to virtually facilitate Back to Back Listening
Back to Back Listening is one of my favourite "in development" Liberating Structures. It's not part of the original set of 33 but it's an activity that really works - both in person and virtually. You'll find the write-up of Back to Back Listening on the in...
Reflecting on 2021
About this time every year I take some time to look back on the year and reflect on my work. Come along on this journey to get a glimpse of some of the things (I can only mention a few here and there!) I was up to each quarter. January - March The start of 2021 marked...
Virtual Consulting Session Giveaway
Do you have my book, Design to Engage, and want to learn more, directly from me? Before midnight Pacific time on January 3, 2022, post a photo on Instagram, Facebook and/or LinkedIn of either you holding Design to Engage or the book itself, tag #designtoengage and my...
Google Easter Eggs for Facilitators
Have you ever heard of Google Easter eggs? They are "hidden features or messages, inside jokes, and cultural references inserted into media" and can be really fun surprises tucked into certain Google searches. Some of Google's Easter eggs could be both fun and useful...
Liberating Structures Templates in Mural
If you've had any interactions with me over the last several years I've probably mentioned Liberating Structures to you. Liberating Structures are powerful activities and processes that you can use in meetings and learning events to include all voices in the room and...
Upcoming workshops and sessions before the summer
Come learn with me in these remaining workshops and practice/conversation sessions before the summer hits... May 19, 2021 - More Elements of Fun: Virtual Games and Activities for Groups (1.5 hours) Join me this high energy session featuring all new games and...
We need creative mindsets now more than ever
"Your session was a fabulous example of how to offer learning online. It expanded my options and confidence. Thank you so much Beth, I will sign up for more." I'm grateful for this kind of feedback from happy virtual workshop participants, always. But don’t get me...
There’s at least one good reason to not take away private chat
Recently I was a participant in an online meeting with a mixed group of individuals from different organizations. I saw a couple of people enter the virtual room whom I knew and hadn't seen in a while. We were in Zoom so I headed over to the chat panel to find their...
How to make virtual spaces nourishing for participants and facilitators
I was a virtual exhibitor at an online conference this past week and one of the participants, knowing that I'm a facilitator and learning designer of virtual/online learning experiences, asked me this question: How can I make virtual spaces nourishing for participants...