Chapter 5

Engaging Participants in Learning

First published: 27 April 2015

Summary

Engaging participants in what they are learning is critical because engagement leads to learning. Engagement is not designed as “activity” only. Participants need to be engaged in discussions as well. This chapter provides an overview of a four corners learning strategy that surfaces issues and challenges regarding the topic at the outset of the learning experience so that all participants can provide their input. It uses a timeline of events as an alternative to presenting facts to a group. A demonstration learning strategy is used to share principles or techniques through rich dialogue. It allows participants to engage with the topic and to experience the value of the principles or techniques. A photo environment survey activity is used to incorporate visuals as a point of discussion for a variety of topics. The chapter discusses the strategies with case examples.

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