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Factors incorporated into workshop design in order to maximize knowledge transfer. |
| ▪ Conduct workshops close to the participants' place of work |
| ▪ Challenge participants to actively engage the material and problem solve by using simulations, stories, or case studies. |
| ▪ Allow participants to affect the direction of the workshop. |
| ▪ Keep the workshops as short as possible |
| ▪ Keep group size small |
| ▪ Encourage a multi-disciplinary mix of participants |
| ▪ Minimize the didactic component of the workshop |
| ▪ Make all printed materials as concise as possible. |
| ▪ Include a powerful, positive closing message. |
| ▪ Provide immediate written feedback. |
| ▪ Offer continuing education credits for participation. |
| ▪ Offer refreshments. |
| ▪ Connect with participants afterwards to reinforce learning. |
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