Description
Teaching and Learning Methods
The group will ‘learn by experience’. We will use ‘our’ group to understand how other groups work. There will be some tutor led presentation, a lot of self reflection, learning from listening and responding to others’ experience; and also giving and receiving of feedback. Detailed handouts will be given and there will be a discussion around some of the ‘theories’ relating to groups. The aim of this workshop is to develop the core skills needed to successfully facilitate groups. These skills will embody an attitude of wanting to understand and accept others, whilst remaining authentic in the role as facilitator. We will use a method of enquiry that is based on an appreciation of what is, and what could be. There will be four elements which will:
- Identify the skills we already have
- Discover our potential
- Develop the skills we need to achieve that potential; and
- Decide what steps need to be in place in order to successfully facilitate our groups in the future
Learning Outcomes
Participants will:
- Understand better, groups and how individuals in groups work
- Explore strategies for handling difficult situations
- Develop skills which will enable them to facilitate successful groups
- Increase their self and social awareness, which will transform the way they work with groups
This workshop is ideal for anyone working with groups. This would include those in teaching, training and supporting roles. It is also useful for those organisations who want to run Action Learning Groups; or who want to run Facilitated Groups in between waiting times for 1:1 coaching, counselling or mentoring. Facilitated Groups are also a valuable addition to formal supervision for front-line workers.
