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Facilitation is an essential skill for trainers and educators, as well as for leaders and managers who want to facilitate meetings, discussions, and group activities. Effective facilitation can lead to increased participation, improved decision-making, and greater collaboration among team members. This 5-day training course focuses on providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of facilitation techniques and best practices.

Outputs

At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Identify different facilitation techniques and styles
Plan and prepare for successful facilitation
Conduct effective meetings and discussions
Use tools and techniques to encourage participation and manage group dynamics
Evaluate and improve their facilitation skills

Objectives

The main objectives of this course are to:
Develop participants' understanding of facilitation and its importance in group situations
Provide participants with practical skills and techniques for effective facilitation
Enhance participants' ability to manage group dynamics and encourage participation
Help participants to improve their facilitation skills and style

Who Should Attend this Course

This course is designed for:
Trainers and educators
Leaders and managers who want to facilitate meetings, discussions, and group activities
Team leaders and project managers who want to develop their facilitation skills
Anyone who wants to improve their ability to lead and manage groups effectively

Outline: 5-Day Course

Day 1: Introduction to Facilitation

Topics Covered:

- Overview of facilitation and its importance
- Key principles of facilitation
- Different types of facilitation techniques
- Understanding group dynamics and their impact on facilitation

Day 2: Planning and Preparation

Topics Covered:

- Identifying facilitation goals and objectives
- Planning for effective facilitation
- Preparing for facilitation: materials, space, and time
- Dealing with challenging situations in facilitation

Day 3: Conducting Effective Meetings and Discussions

Topics Covered:

- Preparing agendas and facilitating meetings
- Encouraging participation and managing group dynamics
- Using tools and techniques to facilitate discussions
- Handling difficult situations and managing conflict

Day 4: Techniques for Effective Facilitation

Topics Covered:

- Creative problem-solving and decision-making techniques
- Brainstorming and ideation techniques
- Icebreakers and team-building activities
- Using visual aids and other facilitation tools

Day 5: Evaluating and Improving Facilitation Skills

Topics Covered:

- Reflecting on and evaluating facilitation performance
- Identifying areas for improvement and developing an action plan
- Sharing best practices and lessons learned
- Building a personal development plan for ongoing improvement

Throughout the course, participants will have the opportunity to work on practical exercises and case studies to apply the concepts and skills they have learned. The course will also include interactive discussions and opportunities for participants to share their experiences and insights.