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Small Groups and Effective Discussion Sara Pope, MD Faculty Development Fellow

Objectives Recognized strengths & weaknesses Described steps for leading small group discussion Practiced effective group facilitation

Activity #1 Assign a facilitator to lead the first discussion Choose a topic, review topic Start the discussion 10 minutes

Activity #2 As a group, list strengths and weaknesses of small group learning Be prepared to share 5 minutes

Four Steps. 1. Prepare for the discussion 2. Start discussion 3. Manage and facilitate group learning 4. Conclude the discussion

1. Prepare for the Discussion Needs assessment Objectives Environment and logistics

2. Start the Discussion Establish norms Review objectives Model mutual respect

3. Facilitate the Group Process Enthusiasm Stimulate interest Encourage active participation Keep group on track Summarize Do facilitate, don’t control

4. Conclude the Discussion Summarize key concepts Provide closure Stimulate further thought

Diagnose Personalities The Rescuer The Projector The Space Cadet The Withdrawer The Monopolizer

And now…

Activity #3 Keeping the four steps in mind… Assign a facilitator Choose a topic, review topic Start discussion 10 minutes

How did you do? Group function? Facilitator function? Personalities diagnosed? How did you feel?

Objectives Recognized strengths & weaknesses Described steps for leading small group discussion Practiced effective group facilitation

Questions?