223 - Demystifying Experiential Learning with Romy Alexandra

Romy Alexandra is a one-woman revolution in Experiential Learning, driven by a passion for turning dull events into genuinely memorable and long-lasting trainings.Combining the principles of Experiential Learning with the ‘unconference’ tool of Open Space Technology, Romy is at the forefront of the interactive and collaborative learning space.The way she brings disparate threads and dry content together, parsing them through her creative mind and powerful approaches, is a true marvel. Enjoy this episode and learn how Romy creates collaborative, emergent, effective training that puts ego aside and brings everybody together — and how you can, too.Find out about:Why seeing learners as vessels is antithetical to effective trainingWhat Experiential Learning and Open Space Technology are and how Romy brings them together in her workWhy a feeling of being ‘struck’ by new information is critical to making learning experientialHow prioritising community and connection can make any course experientialWhy co-creation is a byproduct of shared ownership and how to prioritise itWhy Romy sees trainers as actors — role-changing, shape-shifting, performative starsDon’t miss the next episode: subscribe to the show with your favourite podcast player.And download the free 1-page summary, so you can always have the key points of this episode to hand.Links:Watch the video recording of this episode on YouTube.Romy’s website.Connect to Romy:On LinkedIn.On Instagram.Support the show:Make a one-off donation and contribute to the ongoing costs of running the podcast.Support the Show.**Click here to navigate through all episodes via this interactive podcast map.**If you're inspired by our podcast and crave similar conversations, consider joining Dr Myriam Hadnes' NeverDoneBefore Facilitation Community. **If you're keen to master the art of facilitation, discover our expert-led live, online Facilitation Courses at the NDB Academy. **If you enjoy the show, consider a one-off donation and contribute to the ongoing costs of running the podcast.