Accessibility by Design: Training with Bernd Feldmayer
Accessibility is no longer just a nice-to-have. Learn how to develop products from the ground up that work for everyone, and get even better in the process.
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- On site or remote
Product Academy
Hosting workshops with Katja Paar
Learn from the master herself: Katja Paar shows you how to design workshops that inspire people and deliver results. Based on her best-selling book.
The art of perfect workshop facilitation.
Workshops can be a waste of time, or true game-changers. The difference lies in the facilitation. Katja Paar, author of the best-selling book on facilitation, “Running Workshops—For Inspired Teams, More Creativity, and Less Blah-Blah,” shares her wealth of knowledge with you in this two-day training. You’ll learn about various workshop formats, practice facilitation techniques, and develop your own style. After the training, you’ll confidently guide teams through any workshop, from creative ideation to tough decision-making.
Who is this training for?
Anyone who regularly facilitates workshops or wants to learn how to do so: Agile coaches, Scrum Masters, managers, and consultants.
Here’s what you’ll learn in the training:
- Workshop formats for various goals
- Preparation that makes all the difference
- Practical facilitation techniques
- Dealing with difficult situations
- Visualization and documentation
- Your personal facilitation style
Learn, practice, try it yourself
In a deliberately small group of no more than 12 participants, we make sure you take away exactly what you need. Our trainers tailor the session to your needs (feel free to bring examples from your everyday life), while also ensuring that you, as a group, learn from and inspire one another. The diverse perspectives of the participants are always valuable.
Why choose UX&I training?
- 100% practical experience
The UX&I trainers are professionals in their respective fields with many years of experience across a wide range of industries, from automotive to insurance. - “On the Job”
Our training sessions meet you exactly where you are and help you with specific real-world scenarios in your day-to-day work. - Enablement
Experts UX&I is not an agency, but a consulting firm: All of our work is focused on empowering people.
Your trainers
Katja Paar
Coach · extern
Design and facilitation of collaborative and co-creative workshops and processes for strategy, innovation, internal and external communication, decision-making, and team development. Training sessions on co-creation, feedback, more effective meetings, and greater democracy for and within organizations.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about workshops with Katja Paar
Do I need prior experience in facilitating to participate in the training?
No, the training is designed for both beginners and experienced facilitators. Katja Paar meets you exactly where you are and helps you find or refine your own personal facilitation style.
I’ve already read Katja Paar’s book. Is the training still worth it for me?
Absolutely! The training is the perfect practical complement to the book. You’ll experience the methods firsthand, try out techniques right away, receive personal feedback from Katja, and benefit from interacting with other participants.
How much of the training is hands-on? Will I be facilitating sessions myself?
The training is highly interactive and hands-on. You’ll apply and practice numerous techniques and methods yourself in small groups. The focus is on getting you involved and helping you gain confidence in leading your own workshops.
Does this also cover how to deal with challenging participants or unexpected situations?
Yes, dealing with difficult situations and participants is an important part of the training. You’ll learn tried-and-true tactics for responding confidently to challenges such as dominant individuals, low participation, or complainers.
Is it possible to book this training exclusively for my company?
Yes, we also offer this training as an in-house workshop for teams and companies. We can tailor the content specifically to your needs and challenges. Feel free to contact us for a customized quote.
Will I receive a certificate after the training?
Yes, upon successful completion of the two-day training, all participants will receive an official certificate of participation. This certifies your newly acquired skills in professional workshop design and facilitation.
Do you have an idea or a tricky UX problem?
We support you from strategy and agile product development all the way to training your team.
Nadine Pieper Senior UX consultant · Berlin
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