12 tactics to control team exercises part 2
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Haven’t you ever been in a situation when tensions in the groups ended up changing the course of an exercise? It is important to define the team activity scope and objective, therefore establishing your type of facilitation during the course of the exercise. After determining the purpose and outcome of the training activity you may use the following tactics to lead the exercise in the desired direction:TRANSCRIPT
12 tactics to control team exercises during a training
course – part 2
Try improving the procedure of the game by adding fun game aspects
that give it a more playful look, such as surprise twist or bonus points. At certain points in the activity, pause
the exercise and revise the process. Accept suggestions from the participants to improve the
procedure.
7. In order to have focus on the structure
Establish a scoring system in order to recognize and reward efficiency and performance. At certain points in the activity, pause the exercise and revise the results. Stress the importance of reaching the objectives and results of the activity.
8. In order to have focus on the results
9. In order to pay attention to individual needs
In case participants are at different levels of knowledge
and skills, try creating balanced teams regarding these aspects.
Challenge the more timid participants to actively
participate by offering extra responsibilities and
information.
In every group and audience you can identify the participants with dominant characters. Make use of their energy by giving them additional roles, such as writing on the flipchart or keeping
score. Verify that each team has regular process checks so that every
need in the group is satisfied.
10. In order to pay more attention to group needs
Set specific actions to enhance attention before important announcements, such as turning off the lights. You may use fellow facilitators among the participants and teams to ensure external control.
11. In order to increase external control
12. In order to increase internal control
Assure participants that you are a facilitator and should not be
seen as an expert. When asked a process question,
such as: “What should we do now?” , redirect the question
to the entire group: “What would you like to do now?”
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