Facilitator Tools and Materials

Below are a few resources (videos, documents, etc.) that are available to help you learn how to get the most out of your facilitated discussions. You can use these resources to learn the best practices for facilitating discussions. These resources will help you prepare the training materials for your audience and will assist you to keep people engaged.

CAPE Materials

Facilitation Methods & Best Practices

• Facilitator Best Practices
• Using Case Studies for Character Development

Video Downloads

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• Part 1 Introduction to Facilitation Methods
• Part 2 Facilitation Best Practices
• Part 3 Facilitator Reflections

Additional Materials

Facilitator Tools & Tips Playlist

• From the sage on the stage to the guide on the side
• Tips for Facilitating a Group Discussion
• Techniques for Leading Group Discussions
• Suggestions for Leading Small Group
• Facilitating Group Discussions: Understanding Group Development and Dynamics
• Facilitating Large Group Discussions and Activities: Make Numbers Count

Facilitation and the Facilitator

• Facilitation and the Facilitator - Handout
• Facilitation and the Facilitator - Instructor Aid

Facilitating the Group

• Facilitating the Group - Handout
• Facilitating the Group - Instructor Aid

The ABCs of Facilitaions

• The ABCs of Facilitaions - Handout
• The ABCs of Facilitaions - Instructor Aid

Character Development and the Affective Domain

• Teaching With Lectures: Full Text | Summary
• Teaching With Discussions: Full Text | Summary | Effective Questioning
• Reflective Practice: Theory | Why Reflect? | Methods