Simulation Exercises
A simulation exercise drops a group into a designed scenario that mirrors a real situation, then asks them to make decisions, solve problems, and deal with consequences as events unfold. Unlike role play, where the focus is on interpersonal dynamics between characters, simulations recreate the conditions and pressures of an entire system or environment.
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What You'll Achieve with the Simulation Exercises Workshop
Real outcomes that transform your team
Enhanced decision-making skills under simulated pressure.
Improved understanding of cross-functional impacts of decisions.
Increased emotional engagement and team dynamics awareness.
When to Use the Simulation Exercises Workshop
Perfect for these situations and team challenges
When your group needs to practice decision-making under pressure without real-world consequences.
When participants struggle to connect theory to practice and need a 'felt experience' to make concepts stick.
How the Simulation Exercises Workshop Works
A step-by-step breakdown of the workshop process
1Setup
Design the scenario before the session, prepare materials, and set up the room for team interactions.
2Step 1: Framing and Team Formation
Establish the learning context, divide participants into teams, and distribute scenario briefings to ensure understanding.
3Step 2: Round 1 - Initial Decisions
Start the simulation with teams making their first decisions while the situation is still clear, emphasizing timely choices.
4Step 3: Inject and Subsequent Rounds
Introduce new information that changes the situation, requiring teams to adapt their strategies in subsequent decision-making rounds.
Key Topics Covered in the Simulation Exercises Workshop
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