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Documentation and Guides

Detailed guides and tutorials to maximize the impact of our interactive tools and games.

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Getting started

Facilitation basics cover image

Getting started

2024-03-12

facilitation

Learn the basics of how to facilitate a session on workshop.games

About workshop.games cover image

Getting started

2024-03-12

aboutworkshop.games

Learn about the origins, offerings, and design philosophy of workshop.games, your ultimate facilitation partner.

Tools and games

Penny Game Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

how-togames

Learn how to facilitate and play the "Penny Game" or "Coin Game" which demonstrates the principles of flow, batch sizes, and hand-offs.

Ensemble Conductor Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

facilitationhow-totools

A simple tool for tracking timeboxes and managing tasks effectively.

ESVP Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

how-totools

Learn how the "ESVP" game can be used to understand the mindset of your audience and create a more engaging experience.

Multitasking Myth Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

how-togames

Learn how to facilitate and use the "Multitasking Myth" game to demonstrate the cognitive cost of task switching and the efficiency of mono-tasking.

Connect the Dots Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

how-togames

Learn how to facilitate and use the "Connect the Dots" game to demonstrate the difficulty of accurate estimates and how a deceptively simple task can be challenging.

Meeting Cost Counter Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

how-totools

A tool for making random decisions in a fun and engaging way.

Timebox Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

how-totools

Stay on track with our Timebox Tool. Presets for Daily Scrums, Lean Coffee, and the Pomodoro technique makes it the perfect asset for facilitators and trainers.

Equilateral Triangle Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

how-totools

Learn how to facilitate and use the "Equilateral Triangle" game to demonstrate the power of self-organization and decentralized decision-making.

Elephant in the Room Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

how-totools

Learn how to facilitate and use the "Elephant in the Room" game to create a safe and open environment for discussing sensitive topics during meetings or workshops.

Randomizer Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

how-totools

Use the randomizer tool to create random lists and divide items into groups.

Postcard Icebreaker Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

how-togames

The Postcard Icebreaker is a fun and engaging way to kick off a meeting or workshop. It encourages participants to share their thoughts and feelings in a creative and non-threatening way.

Workshop Timer Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

facilitationhow-totools

A simple tool for tracking timeboxes and managing tasks effectively.

Decision wheel Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

how-totools

A tool for making random decisions in a fun and engaging way.

Planning Poker Guide cover image

Tools and games

2024-03-12

facilitationhow-totools

Learn how to use our Planning Poker tool and tap into the team's collective wisdom.