Course 2: Moderation and Facilitation - Leadership Skills for Meetings and Discussions

Keywords: Leadership, meetings, discussion, moderation, goal-orientation, facilitation

Introduction to the course topics:

Professional facilitation greatly increases the effectiveness of meetings. Complicated issues can be addressed in a structured and and goal-oriented manner. A well-defined goal, basic knowledge of facilitation tools and group dynamics, and a clear understanding of the role of the facilitator are important prerequisites for successful facilitation. This workshop provides basic techniques for structuring discussions and facilitating meetings. Participants will learn how to use appropriate tools and precise questions to maintain a common thread, engage all participants in the process, and visualize results. The focus of this workshop is on practical exercises with feedback from the group and the trainer.

Course aims:

• Structure discussions in a goal-oriented way.
• Foster active participation and involve the participants in the process.
• Understand the group dynamics and influence it positively.
• Manage challenging situations professionally.

Teaching Methods:

Theoretical input, practical exercises with feedback from the group and from, excercises with video analysis.

Participation requirements: None.

Technical requirements Laptop oder Tablet.

Literature: None.

Other information, notes: None.