We offer experiential learning techniques and activities in a range of our courses and development programmes because we know it creates long-lasting transformational change in people, leaders and teams.
Why experiential learning?
We introduced the idea of experiential learning into our programmes of leadership development, team building, training and coaching from the very beginning of Pro-Development over 10 years ago.
In these session people take part in ‘here and now’ experiences which may be outside their comfort zone, and we observe how people’s behaviour in practice differs from what they say they do. Feedback in the moment is very powerful and we encourage the whole group to take part in giving and receiving feedback. We have seen some incredible learning experiences through the outdoors even from as little as a gentle walk in the local area.
What is Experiential Learning all about?
Experiential learning is not about learning a new skill. It’s about learning how to connect to your mind (your ‘gut’, your emotions, and your thoughts) and instantaneously pull on yours and others’ resources and act appropriately in that moment.
Since the goal of experiential learning is to have individuals embody a new way of thinking, of seeing, of behaving and of acting in the face of uncertainty, successful experiential learning must invoke the mind-body connection through the following elements:
- Reflect: Reflect on key learning points.
- Challenge: Be challenged in a new way of thinking, seeing, believing.
- Do: Practice new actions that support that new learning point.
This is very much what coaching practice works upon and experiential learning can help us to deepen that mind-body connection through experiences.
By far the best development team I’ve worked with. Pro-Development are relatable, warm, friendly and really know what they’re talking about. They are not just regurgitation things from a book. They really do help you discover your own authentic style. Everyone of us who took this course has grown throughout it. To anyone thinking about or doing this course remember that change doesn’t happen overnight, it takes time, work and commitment. What Pro-Development do is give you the tools to make change happen and happen right. It’s up to you to use them.
Louise Anderson, Rafi's Spicebox
How we can help
Our programmes offer attendees the opportunity to reflect and put learning into practice in different situations and so get the opportunity to experience the entire learning cycle several times. This makes the return on investment of the training much greater and is the very reason why we build experiential learning into our programmes.
The learning environment we create is positive, fun and supportive. You will feel a sense of belonging where you can trust one another and feel encouraged to tackle challenges, take risks, and ask questions. We provide relevant content, clear learning goals and feedback, opportunities to build skills, try things out and develop strategies to help you succeed.
We can help develop your people, teams, leaders and managers in a way that supports your business. We pride ourselves on developing bespoke programmes to:
- Take away the headache for business owners
- Inspire your teams to be their best
- Retain your talent
- Develop your managers and leaders in a way to maximise their potential
If you are interested in finding out more about the power of experiential learning or how we can integrate this into your learning needs, then please do get in touch by calling 01904 628838 or emailing info@1245881.eu11.myftpupload.com. We can explore the options together and find activities and methods that will suit your team but encourage them to get out of their comfort zone and take on long-lasting learning.
Interested in finding out more about the power of experiential learning?
Just call us for a chat.It let me open up and really get to know myself. The Johari window was really eye opening in just how much I do put up a wall. Now knowing this I can confidently go back to the team and put an action into place that will help me but more so the team. I learned how my actions can really effect the office dynamic and how to implement them changes to become more assertive and less passive / passive aggressive. Thank you so much for all your help, it really has changed how I will go about situation and think about how I can be a better version of me.
Made me more self aware. I have quite a short attention span, aswell I have a general fear (from school) of classroom workshops but felt engaged and interested throughout these 2 days.
This reinforced my previous learnings from Pro-Development, which is one thing I wanted – so this was a success. It has provided me with more understanding of how to handle my communication with others. The listening exercise was a big eye opener and it felt very liberating to stop myself from talking. Thank you Will – you are inspiring.It really opened me up to how I can make an active change to myself and recognise my thoughts and presence. Which does have a positive affect on those around me. Also some great insights on how to notice these early and make a conscious effort to adjust.
The Art of Self Leadership Attendees
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