Mob Rule Learning

Mob rule learning, as described by Michelle Boule in her book by that name, is about creating participatory learning communities around a topic of shared interest. She not only provides a description and rationale for participant-designed learning events, which she refers to as camps or unconferences, but explains how to design such events. Many readers will already be familiar with design options Boule suggests, such as Open Space Technology, Appreciative Inquiry, Nominal Group Technique, PechaKucha, and others. The value Boule provides is in bringing these various methodologies together under the organizing concept of unconferences. The author also provides case studies and design recommendations for using camps in higher education and the workplace. College teachers, corporate trainers, conference planners, and others responsible for organizing learning environments will benefit from this book. Boule provides clear explanations and a directory of helpful resources. There is also an accompanying website to the book that provides additional sources. Boule’s book is a timely contribution to the growing movement to redesign how we facilitate learning in colleges and organizations.