a "how-to" session, in which the presenter gives step-by-step instructions for doing some task such as writing macros, setting up a database, or developing a complex spreadsheet
a meeting or a series of meetings where people work together in groups with a resource person in order to develop new plans, materials, skills or ideas, relevant to each participant's individual needs
an educational session run by a conference delegate or partner on a particular area of their expertise
an experiential presentation involving a practical demonstration of a technique or method for approaching dreams, usually including audience participation
an extended session involving some kind of participation, application, or demonstration
an interactive, learning session based on material written by the best known authors
a one-time, two-hour free information session offered by CareerWorks staff to help you in the employment process
a short and powerful group meeting, where a topic is presented and participants are encouraged to actively work on it
a small meeting where most attendees are expected to actively participate in the interchange
a supervised group of students participating in a common effort
New Age snake oil; also marketed as intensives, retreats, seminars, gatherings, and circles.
A seminar of training that requires the participants to work on problems or in other ways engage in work details to gain knowledge and/or skills
Workshops are meetings where participants are involved in-group discussions and are normally organized around one or more theme areas. Workshops allow participants with differing values and priorities to build a common understanding of the problems and opportunities confronting them. The intent of most workshops is to either identify problems and expectations, or to recommend solutions. (Level 3 or 4 activity)
An educational session lasting from one hour to many days. Usually includes hands-on practice in the particular skills being taught.
A gathering, usually three to five days in length, specifically for "hands-on training," or training where the participants really participate in the activity.
An information seminar held at showcase.