The answer to all of these questions is the hurdle . A hurdle is like that barrier racers leap over, but in a structured learning activity it is an unexpected challenge which the learners must overcome. They are given an opportunity to rise to the occasion. It is typically presented to the patrol, though it may be communicated through a single member or leader. It requires that group members cooperate and apply their leadership competencies.
Hurdles are effective because of their participatory nature, requiring all learners' involvement.
Develop an assessment for the participant and for himself of the learner's current attitude, skills and knowledge. Create an increased desire to learn. Introduces the learning program in a workshop or an intensive seminar situation where the competence is demonstrated and practiced. Confronts the group unexpectedly with novel situations in which the competence is to be used, and required the group to evaluate the application of the competence. Asks individuals to write measurable and realistic objectives for the application of the newly-acquired competence in and out of White Stag.