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Our Methodology and Tools

At Outgoing Development, we will utilise a number of processes to ensure that information is not only presented and discussed, but also understood and remembered.

As facilitators we apply leading edge behavioral processes, action learning and experiential learning in our programs. We apply adult learning principles and employ techniques based on accelerated learning research that cater to the range of preferences of adult learners.

Kolb's experiential learning model guides every aspect of the Outgoing Development Australia approach.

Processes and Tools
We utilise the following micro-processes and tools:

  • Outdoor and indoor experiential activities and thorough debriefs
  • Facilitated Discussions
  • Instructional sessions
  • Readings and group discussions
  • Group Discussions and Presentations
  • Learning Journals
  • Case Studies
  • Role Plays
  • Challenging adventure-based activities and thorough debriefs
  • Audio-visual presentations and discussions eg videos
  • Audio / visual stimuli and response sessions
  • Simple diagnostics on style eg Kouzes and Posner Leadership Traits
  • Personal profile instruments

    The personal profile instruments that the consultants are qualified to administer is as follows:

  • DiSC personal profile
  • Belbin Team Roles Inventory
  • MBTI personality type indicator
  • TMI Team Management Index
  • Australasian Values Inventory
  • Situational Leadership II (Blanchard Model)

    Follow the links for more detailed explanation of these tools;

  • Experiential Learning


    The following are examples of Experiential Learning activities;

  • The Spider's Web
  • Enchanted Corridor
  • Time Bomb
  • Martian Muddles
  • Grand Prix
  • The Plumber's Nightmare

  • Action Learning
  • The Team Framework
  • Action Planning
  • Coaching and Mentoring