Training in motion : how to use movement to create engaging and effective learning

When people are kept from moving - whether they're sitting through a presentation or stuck behind a desk - they become restless and their attention waivers. Yet most training ignores the innate human desire for motion, resulting in participants learning less. Based on the latest neuroscience research, Training in Motion explains how movement enhances learning and introduces a unique and highly effective way to energize an audience and increase retention through simple body-focused techniques. The book shows readers how to: tie lessons to movement to reinforce concepts; manage learners' physical and emotional states to increase engagement and bolster memory; use posture, physical gestures, and other movements to command interest; employ quick physical breaks to efficiently refocus students; and turn lackluster sessions into high-achieving learning environments. Practical, accessible, and packed with activities, this one-of-a-kind book helps readers add a kinesthetic component to their training so that participants stay motivated, and apply what they've learned long after they've left the classroom. Whether your employees are stuck behind a desk or having to sit through yet another meeting, chances are they are being kept from moving around the majority of the workday. This is resulting in restless bodies, wavering attention spans, and--based on the latest neuroscience research--decreased learning and productivity.Managers desiring to maximize their employees’ productivity and reach new levels of success for the company would be wise to not ignore the innate human desire for motion. Training in Motion explains how movement enhances learning and introduces a unique and highly effective way to energize a team and increase retention through simple body-focused techniques. In this one-of-a-kind book, learn how to:• Tie lessons to movement in order to reinforce concepts• Manage learners’ physical and emotional states to increase engagement and bolster memory• Use posture, physical gestures, and other movements to command interest• Employ quick physical breaks to efficiently refocus your team• Turn lackluster meetings into high-achieving learning environmentsComplete with practical, easy-to-apply activities, Training in Motion will help you add an almost universally untapped component to your training and managing methods that will provide your office environment the winning edge you’ve been searching for. This book explains how movement enhances learning and introduces a unique and highly effective way to energize a team and increase retention through simple body-focused techniques. Whether your employees are stuck behind a desk or having to sit through another meeting, chances are they are being kept from moving around most of the workday. This is resulting in restless bodies, wavering attention spans, and—based on the latest neuroscience research—decreased learning and productivity. Managers desiring to maximize their employees' productivity and reach new levels of success for the company would be wise to not ignore the innate human desire for motion. In Training in Motion, learn how to: Tie lessons to movement in order to reinforce concepts Manage learners' physical and emotional states to increase engagement and bolster memory Use posture, physical gestures, and other movements to command interest Employ quick physical breaks to efficiently refocus your team Turn lackluster meetings into high-achieving learning environments Complete with practical, easy-to-apply activities, Training in Motion will help you add an almost universally untapped component to your training and managing methods that will provide your office environment the winning edge you've been searching for. Learners need to move. No doubt you've noticed when training participants get antsy: shifting in their seats, restless, their attention drifting away. When you ignore the innate human desire for motion, participants learn less. Far from a necessary evil employed during breaks to keep learners from falling asleep, physical movement can be used to increase retention, reinforce concepts, and energize an entire session. Packed with activities and based on the latest neuroscience research, Training in Motion shows you how to: Manage learners' physical and emotional states to increase engagement and bolster memory, Use posture, physical gestures, and other movements to command interest, Employ quick physical breaks to efficiently refocus trainees, Turn lackluster sessions into high-achieving learning environments Practical and accessible, this one-of-a-kind book gives you the tools and exercises you need to keep participants motivated, and ensure that they apply what they've learned long after leaving the classroom Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Foreword; Preface; Acknowledgments; SECTION 1 THE CONNECTION THAT MOVES YOU; 1 Connecting Movement to a Learning Brain; Making a Connection; Brain Basics; Key Concepts; 2 Training with the Brain in Mind; Why Movement Creates Engagement; Eight Brain Principles You Need to Know; Long-Term Memory; The Limits of Memory; Six Long-Term Memory Techniques; The Brain/Body Connection; Implication for Training; Key Concepts; Eight Brain Principles Worksheet; Notes; 3 Applying the Benefits of Movement; Worst of Times; What Trainers Should Do; Learning That Engages Emotional Connections and Long-Term Memory10 Team-Building Activities; Key Concepts; 10 Team-Building Activities Worksheet; Notes; 6 Content-Review Activities; Five Content-Review Activities; Key Concepts; Content-Review Activities Worksheet; SECTION 3 THE BIG PICTURE; 7 The Kinesthetic Presenter; Sensory Experience and Nonverbal Messages; Three Key Kinesthetic Presentation Techniques; Five Hand Habits That Send the Wrong Message; What to Do with Your Hands; How to Be a Confident Kinesthetic Presenter and Trainer; Key Concepts; Kinesthetic Presenter Principles Worksheet; Notes Eight Ways Movement Enhances the Training ProcessAttention Span and Training; What Movement Can Accomplish; Four Purposes of Movement in Training; Deciding When to Use Movement; Rest of the Story; Key Concepts; Benefits of Movement Worksheet; Notes; SECTION 2 MOVEMENT ACTIVITIES FOR TRAINING; 4 Brain-Break Activities; The Goals of a Brain Break; How Brain Breaks Work; Bridging Engagement Barriers; The Best Time to Use Brain Breaks; 18 Brain-Break Activities; Summary; Key Concepts; 18 Brain-Break Principles Worksheet; Notes; 5 Team-Building Activities 8 Why Movement Is a Powerful Learning ToolThe Body Is an Efficient Learning Tool; Education and Training; Other Benefits of Movement: Corporate Wellness; Notes; APPENDIXES; 1 Glossary; A; B; C; D; E; F; H; I; K; L; M; N; P; R; S; W; 2 Worksheets and Handouts; 3 Other Resources; Index; A; B; C; D; E; F; G; H; I; K; L; M; N; O; P; R; S; T; V; W; Z; About the Author; Free Sample Chapter from Training That Delivers Results by Dick Handshaw