Resources for Facilitators
Congratulations on being selected to facilitate a learning circle at your site! Below, you will find a list of resources which have been designed to assist you with both setting up your learning circle and facilitating the learning circle itself.
Background on learning circles
- What are Learning Circles?
- The Learning Circle Model: 3 spaces & 4 phases
- Learning Circles as Experiential Learning
- Learning Circles as Reflective Practice
- How Adults Learn
- Learning Circles are Supportive of Team Development
Organizing learning circles
- Getting Started
- Introducing Learning Circles to Participants
- Learning Circle Goal & Objectives
- A Map to Learning Circles
- Tips: Recruitment & Continuing Participation
- Single Discipline versus Interdisciplinary Groups
- Logistical Considerations
- New to Facilitation?
Facilitating learning circles
- Essential Skills of a Learning Circle Facilitator
- The Qualities of a Learning Circle Facilitator
- General Guidelines for Group Discussion
- Common Challenges
- Building Trust through Ground Rules
- Practical Tips for Getting the Group to Commit to Action