T is For Training 318 - Don't Be The Unripe Apple

Paul, Jill, Henry and Maurice talked about What do we do before the class to set "the stage"?, What do we do during the class to ensure all learners are welcome and feel as if they belong there? How do we use purpose to create a welcoming environment? How do we get learners to be active participants? In every format there are people hiding in the back row. How do we get them engaged? What do we need to do for/with ourselves to ensure that we are welcoming?