Energizer

Energizer

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Term2.png ENERGIZER
A short activity that develops readiness for the next learning event. They are commonly used after a break to stimulate or refocus the group; they can involve some form of physical activity to "wake up the group". When used they impart energy, vitality and spirit to the learners, enhancing readiness for learning. [1]


Toolkit.png Using Energizers

Guidelines

  • Prepare the material needed.
  • Plan the lengh of activity and reserve time in your training session.
  • Outline the expected results of the activity.
  • Give the instructions clearly.
In the book "50 Creative Training Openers and Energizers", the authors provide a matrix where you can identify at a glance whether an activity is most useful as an networker, team builder, task tension reducer, or focuser.[2]


Link icon.png Web Resources
On the following link you will get examples of energizers, warmups, and icebreakers Descriptions and Websites:

www.wilderdom.com/games/Icebreakes.html

  • A very simple energizer to replace the boring round of table of self-introductions at the beginning of an international workshop:

www.kstoolkit.org/Ball+around+the+world

  • There are a wide variety of energisers that can enliven, enthuse and focus conference delegates. To find out the types of activity available, how they can be used to enhance conference messages, clion on the following link:

www.corporatedrumming.co.uk/energisers/talking-drums-energisers-02.htm

  • This section contains a series of games and energizers that can be used thoughout the workshop. They will help when participant energy is low and help create a bonding positive atmosphere:

www.rezaayati.com/IMG/pdf/games.pdf

  • Christie Stearns publishes Seriously Fun, a free weekly publication that provides trainers, facilitators, and teachers with activities to incorporate into their workshops. You can sign up for the newsletter at www.trainingmakescents.com[3]

References

  1. ↑ www.audioenglish.net ( 28 July 2008) , www.encyclo.co.uk ( 28 July 2008), www.kellogg.northwestern.edu (4 September 2008), E-Learning Solutions on a Shoestring, Jane Bozarth, 2005
  2. ↑ 50 Creative Training Openers and Energisers, Bob Pike and Lynn Solem, 2000
  3. ↑ www.thiagi.com ( 13 October 2008)
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