Beyond the Basics of Experiential Learning

The article reports on the importance of correctly preparing, facilitating and looking back on an experiential learning experience catered to employees in U.S. companies. Team building facilitators use experiential activities to build team dynamics. The activities are formulated to be fun and engaging while also giving employees the tools they need in order to resolve issues of trust, conflict and collaboration. According to trainers, these experiential activities provide individuals with new skills and insights. The author also explains that preparation time before and after the activities is vital to transforming both individual and team effectiveness.