Learn how to create your next agenda in SessionLab and design
more engaging sessions with this step-by-step guide.
SessionLab is the go-to platform for session design.
With an intuitive drag-and-drop agenda planner that calculates timing, SessionLab makes session design simple.
Build a unified knowledge base, collaborate flexibly with stakeholders, and create beautiful printouts with ease.
Start by adding a title and short description to your agenda. It’s also useful to add purpose, learning objectives or other key info here for easy reference.
When you’re ready, add a date/time, client information and tags so it’s easy to find this session in the future.
At the top of your agenda, you can also see the total time duration of the session. This will automatically update whenever you make changes to your agenda, helping you make informed decisions on what to add or take away.
Every agenda you design in SessionLab is made out of blocks.
Add new blocks by using the + button. Add block titles and fill in the description to quickly shape your agenda.
Drag and drop blocks to effortlessly rearrange your structure and find a flow that works for your session. Whatever you change, your blocks maintain formatting and stay organized.
One of SessionLab’s most useful features is automatic timing calculation.
Adjust the timing of a specific block by hovering over the timing and entering the duration.
SessionLab will automatically update your overall duration and keep your schedule in order. No more manual recalculations.
Time locks help give you even more control. Choose a specific time you’d like a block to start and SessionLab will tell you how much buffer time or overlap you have.
A simple, visual overview of your agenda is helpful when trying to make sense of what you’re making and see the big picture.
Assign colour categories to your blocks to get an instant picture of your activity mix. Set custom categories for your needs and to provide a breakdown that works for you.
The visual additions are also helpful when working with clients and stakeholders, making it easier for everyone to follow the agenda flow and get aligned.
Adjusting your agenda in spreadsheets and documents is one of the most painful parts of the process.
Moving blocks and rearranging your agenda in SessionLab is easy. Drag and drop blocks with the grip icon to quickly make changes and try out alternative session flows.
Timing for your agenda will automatically recalculate whenever you make changes. No more guesswork or mental gymnastics.
SessionLab makes managing handouts, presentations and supporting materials easy.
Rather than keeping everything buried in Google Drive, attach all your materials and attachments directly to the relevant block in SessionLab.
With all your materials in one place, everyone can find what they need and run the session with confidence. No more losing key information or wasting time tracking down materials.
With SessionLab, sending document versions back and forth is a thing of the past. Master your agenda in one place where collaborators can easily co-create, edit or leave comments.
Assign co-facilitators to specific blocks and leave notes and checklists so everyone stays organized and aligned.
Don’t want clients to get lost in the details? Share a simple online agenda or create a custom view with flexible columns.
Share your completed agenda with stakeholders and participants in a beautiful, easy-to-understand format.
Show your clients exactly how you’ll achieve their goals with a visual breakdown of your session.
Export your agenda to Word, PDF, PPT and more. Customize your printout easily and generate professional materials without the hassle of manual design work.
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See how their team of facilitators uses SessionLab to create impactful learning experiences and save time in their design process.
Drag, drop and reuse content. Calculate time automatically. Collaborate in real-time. Create your next session in minutes (not hours) with SessionLab.
