Phase(s)
Pre-ProductionSubject
Training methodsTarget groups
Artists, Creative and Cultural Professions, Trainers/CoachesSectors
for all sectors, photography, visual and graphic arts, music, webdesign, dance, media, performing artsLevel of experience
IntermediaryPrerequisites
NoneDescription
This training combines information about communication and group dynamics psychology with several practical exercises.Content
- experiences in working with groups
- non-verbal communication patterns
- motivation to work as a coach
- group dynamics: social affiliation and mechanisms of demarcation
- conflict management: levels of escalation and possible interventions
Method
- Introduction, Agenda
- Exchange of experiences
- Behaviour and impact – exercises on awareness of own non-verbal communication patterns
(Lunch break)
- My motivation to work as a coach: single and small group work, presentation to the plenary, discussion
- Input and practical exercises on group dynamics
- Input and practical exercises on conflict management
- Evaluation and closing
Objectives
- to gain awareness of own verbal and non-verbal communication patterns
- to take first steps of modifying own communication patterns to become a more effective coach
- to reflect own motivation of being a coach
- to learn basics of communication psychology and group dynamics
- to become empowered to manage conflict situations in groups
Results
Participants will be more aware of communication and of their bodylanguage. They will now basics about coaching, about giving and receiving feedback and about group dynamics.Resources
- Video projector
- Whiteboard or Flipchart
- Markers, pens and papers
- large room with stackable chairs
