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8. In what performance or knowledge areas does the participant still need improvement? (Please
be specific)

9. General comments regarding the participant’s knowledge or performance:

Print name
(Optional)

May we contact you to clarify your comments? Yes _____ No _____

Thank you for taking the time to provide this valuable feedback.

FIGURE 10-3. (Continued)

CLOSING ON A HIGH NOTE

As you read in the preceding, it is important to celebrate learning in your closure.
People tend to remember the beginning and end of a program more than the details in
the middle. That is why you should consider how you will end your sessions. Once you
have conducted a solid review, you can send participants off in a memorable manner.
In planning your close, go back to review all the earlier chapters related to brain-
based learning and creating and setting the right environment. If your session has been
filled with interaction, fun, and experiential strategies, you certainly want the ending to
be equally as memorable and effective.
Here are some strategies that I have used or witnessed over the years that you may
want to consider incorporating into your session closing. I often use one or more of these
combined.

Quote memorable sayings related to the program content.
Relate a silly story tied to the concepts presented.
Tell a session-related joke.
Use unique or inspirational music (get copyright licenses from BMI or ASCAP first). One
of my favorites is Roy Rogers singing “Happy Trails” which I play as learners are
exiting the room.