1. Workshop Facilitation
PPT 0.1a
Who, What, Why and How

2. Creating a Learning opportunity
Determine Topic/Focus based on a need defined by the organization
Define the objective and goals
Identify participants and do a needs assessment among them to help focus the workshop
Take care of all logistics – space, room arrangement, breaks, transport, etc.
Plan the workshop in terms of activities, timing and flow
Determine ways to evaluate the workshop
Include plans for follow-up

3. Check setup in room Tables/chairs – mobility in changing
Materials – flipcharts, VIPP cards, markers, ability to post
Electronic – Computer, PPT projector, overhead projector –
Where things are plugged in (need for appropriate plugs)
Lighting
Access to facilities

4. Communication Skills Facilitation skills
Use of verbal and non-verbal Language
Techniques & Timing
Evaluation and Follow-up

5. Facilitation Skills Be clear in instructions Be present
Convey that you are interested in the topic
Show an appreciation of what each person has to offer
Notice body language of participants
Introduce energizers when appropriate
Learn together

6. Body language – non-verbal messages
Be aware of how you are using your hands and moving around the presentation space,
Make eye contact around the room – not just to one part of the room
Demonstrate self-confidence
Show enthusiasm for the topic

7. Verbal communication Use open ended questions – door openers
Paraphrase to check meaning – also gives message that you are listening
Be an active listener
Be non-judgmental, even when correcting information
Don’t be afraid to say you don’t know if a question is asked you cannot answer
Use example from the study in Morroco of teacher’s questioning techniques by gender.

8. Techniques Brainstorm Small groups – ways of creating groups
Presentations – alternative ways of reporting
All groups report
1st group reports fully, others add to it
Walk About
Drawings
Songs, poems, role plays
You do not have to have each group report back fully in plenary.
Not recommended to use competition.

9. Evaluation Daily End of Training Follow-up Emotion chart
One thing learned, etc.
End of Training
Questionnaire
Essay
Checklist, etc.
Follow-up

10. And most importantly
HAVE FUN