Introduction: Participatory Conferences From audience to participants

The Unconference Conversational Conferences Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close Conferences often involve long, boring presentations that disengage audiences. This “death by PowerPoint” approach fails to actively involve attendees in the learning process. With some creative planning, Continue reading Introduction: Participatory Conferences From audience to participants

Conversational Talks How to give a conversational talk or presentation

Conversational Conferences Knowledge Cafés ** Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close In most talks or seminars, the audience is not allowed to discuss the presentation. This doesn’t have to be the case. Allotting a few minutes during Continue reading Conversational Talks How to give a conversational talk or presentation

Peter Block’s Four Ownership Questions Are you prepared to take responsibility for the learning and engagement of others?

At events, people often arrive as strangers, unsure of their role in making the day worthwhile. Without connection, participation can remain passive. A brief session using Peter Block’s four ownership questions invites personal responsibility and shared engagement, setting the stage for meaningful conversations and learning. Continue reading Peter Block’s Four Ownership Questions Are you prepared to take responsibility for the learning and engagement of others?

Knowledge Cafés at Conferences Not the best of environments but possible

Knowledge Café: Lecture Theatre Knowledge Café: Microphones Close Pop-up all posts in this chapter What’s the Vibe? Please be patient as this may take up to a minute to load… Close I often run Knowledge Cafés at conferences. Conference settings are rarely ideal for a Café, but they are possible as can be seen below. Continue reading Knowledge Cafés at Conferences Not the best of environments but possible