The Toothpick Factory© is a hands-on activity, set in a manufacturing context, that stimulates discussion and awareness about a wide range of soft skills that are essential in today’s work and personal relationships. These are workplace standards of behavior needed by employees to interact and cooperate effectively with co-workers. The hands-on activity engages participants in a non-threatening simulation so they can focus on teamwork and communication skills.
What are Soft Skills?
Active Listening, Effective Communication, Team-Building, Flexibility/Adaptability & Leading Skills
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The Toothpick Factory© - SHORT SHIFT LESSON
Don't have enough time for the full version of The Toothpick Factory? Use the Toothpick Factory Short Shift.
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The Toothpick Factory©
Participants are given real workplace scenarios, provided with production requirements and must adhere to strict time restraints so productivity calculations can be completed. Teamwork is driven by the product.
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The Toothpick Factory© - COMMUNICATION
Want more activities focusing on COMMUNICATION skills? This add-on module has students really think about their communication by having them work through a scenario where they are not allowed to talk...is this possible!!!??? Find out how your students react!
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Replacement files and Worksheets for Toothpick Factory Kits
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Professional Development-Toothpick Factory© Workshop
FLATE has facilitated The Toothpick Factory in several different venues. The Toothpick Factory© has impacted more than 4,000 students, educators & industry leaders. Interested to host Toothpick Factory Facilitator’s Workshop at your institution, send an email to: events@flate.org.
Praise for Toothpick Factory
“It’s a simple concept for teaching a difficult topic.”
“Provided clarity for a focus on team interaction.”
“It will engage the students and make it fun.”
“Good team activity, both in the classroom and at work!”
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