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1. Concrete Experience (CE)
This initial stage involves active participation in a training scenario or exercise. In the context of business training, this could involve role-playing exercises, engaging in simulations, or real-life problem-solving activities. Trainees are immersed in a practical, hands-on learning environment where they encounter realistic business challenges.2. Reflective Observation (RO)
After the hands-on experience, trainees take time to reflect on the activity. This involves discussing what occurred during the exercise, identifying what was learned, and considering how it applies to real-world business scenarios. In a training setting, this might involve group discussions, individual journaling, or facilitated debriefs where participants share insights and different perspectives.
3. Abstract Conceptualization (AC)
At this stage, participants conceptualize the learning by developing new ideas, theories, or approaches based on their experiences and reflections. In a business training context, this might involve linking the hands-on activities to theoretical frameworks, creating new business strategies, or abstracting principles that can be applied in the workplace. Trainers may guide learners through this process by introducing models, frameworks, or case studies that align with the participants’ experiences.4. Active Experimentation (AE)
Finally, trainees apply their new knowledge and insights in a practical setting. In the context of business training, this might involve developing action plans, participating in further simulations to test new strategies, or planning how they will apply what they’ve learned in their actual job roles. This stage is crucial for consolidating learning and ensuring that participants can transfer their new skills and understanding to their professional lives.
By engaging in Kolb’s cycle during business training, participants can deeply integrate new knowledge and skills, making the learning process dynamic, personalized, and directly relevant to their roles and challenges in the workplace. This approach not only enhances individual learning outcomes but also contributes to organizational development and effectiveness.