In the beginning
I want to know my learners
Their Challenge: Haiku
I model the task
I’m not “too good” to do this
I write on flipchart
My haiku reveals
I really like Mr. Sketch
And lifelong learning
Breaking the ice – smiles
Or sometimes they roll their eyes
But now I know them
Their expectations
Their subject matter knowledge
Three intriguing lines
Use this icebreaker
The next time you meet learners
What will they reveal?
Actually, don’t wait!
Leave a comment in haiku
What is your story?
You may also like 6-Word Memoir as a concise way to break the ice!
Named a 2011 Top Young Trainer by Training Magazine, Brian Washburn has been working in the fields of instructional design and adult learning for over 14 years.
Currently, Brian leads the incredible team at Endurance Learning. He previously served as the Global Training & Development Manager for SightLife and as the National Training Director for the National Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Association. Brian has developed and delivered training workshops at local, state, regional, national and international events including the ASTD TechKnowledge Conference.
Brian also spend time as the mascot at The George Washington University and for the (now defunct) Washington Wart Hogs professional indoor soccer team.
The Train Like a Champion blog combines Brian’s passion for high performance and results oriented training with his passion for sports. After all, high performing presenters, facilitators and educators have a lot in common with high performing athletes.
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Hi two years later
And thank you for this idea
Can’t wait to use it
Good luck! Let me know how it goes.
Inspiring thoughts are
like the cold crisp wind in January
swift stinging and raw
Knowing each other
Battling the elements
Cold turns into warmth
Thanks for playing, Amia! Try this the next time you open a Flex Learning session and let me know how it goes 🙂
a haiku challenge
will they play or will they not
let the games begin!
A challenge by choice
Peer pressure usually works
But you never know…
Thank YOU for playing, Lorena!
The postman visits.
His bag holds a grim message.
It’s jury duty.
Your civic duty
Maybe someone will shout
YOU’RE OUT OF ORDER!
My saw should stay sharp
body represents conference
things i learned from Brian
Nice! Thanks for the haiku Brian. I completely forgot that I used the body metaphor for conferences. You may have just provided some fuel for an upcoming post!
Awesome, Brian! I totally want to do this at my next IT training. “Describe what you expect from this session with a haiku.” Love it.
Kirby – now THAT would be fascinating. I’ve generally done this in the social services sector where people are a little more willing to play along. Let me know how it goes with your IT audience!