Contents
The 1x1 of the retrospective
- The retrospective phase model.
- Where can I find activities for my retrospectives?
- How do I prepare retrospectives correctly?
- The first retrospective - tips and tricks.
Moderating retrospectives effectively
- Moderation techniques.
- Visual Facilitation.
Effective use of metaphor in retrospectives
- How can I use metaphors?
- The soccer retrospective.
- The kitchen retrospective.
Systemic retrospectives
- What is System Thinking and Complexity Thinking?
- How can I use system thinking in my retrospectives?
Solution-oriented retrospectives
- What is meant by solution orientation?
- Phase model of a solution-oriented retrospective.
Retrospectives in distributed teams
- What forms of distribution are there and which moderation techniques are best suited in each case?
- Which tools can I use in distributed retrospectives?
- Typical problems in distributed retrospectives and possible solutions.
Alternative concepts for retrospectives
- Does it always have to be the phase model?
- When do other approaches make sense?
- What alternative concepts are there and how do I apply them?
Typical problems/pitfalls and their solution
- What are typical problems and pitfalls?
- How can I nip this in the bud if possible?
- How do I moderate difficult phases in retrospectives?
Accompanying change processes with retrospectives
- How can I influence change processes with retrospectives?
- What are the advantages of using retrospectives in change processes?
Learning environment
In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this qualification measure after you have registered.
Your benefit
- You will be given all the tools you need to moderate effective retrospectives.
- You will recognize typical problems and learn how to deal with them.
- You will learn how to conduct effective retrospectives even in distributed teams.
- You will learn about alternative retrospective formats that you can use immediately.
- You will learn how to generate your own activities for your retrospectives.
After attending this seminar, you will receive a confirmation of 6.50 PDUs.
Methods
trainer, practical experience reports, application of learning content from several practical examples, metaplan technique, presentation, exchange of experience, moderation, training from the back of the room.
trainer, practical experience reports, application of learning content from several practical examples, metaplan technique, presentation, exchange of experience, moderation, training from the back of the room.
Recommended for
Scrum masters, members of agile teams, project managers, managers in an agile environment.
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Start dates and details
Wednesday, 23.07.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Wednesday, 22.10.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Monday, 26.01.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Friday, 20.03.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.