PLA Notes CD-ROM 1988-2001 21 Tips for Trainers: for or against?

Document begins: PLA Notes CD-ROM 1988­2001 21 Tips for Trainers: for or against? Objectives which they most agree. As the spectators shift between the two chairs, it will · become clear that there are always at least To discuss contentious issues and opinions two sides to each issue. in more depth; · 5. If one of the seated volunteers seems to get To energise participants through active stuck with their viewpoint, ask a spectator discussion; and, to take over. Alternatively, a spectator · To deal with potential conflicts and sharpen might want to contribute to the debate and analysis in the group. replace one of the seated participants. He/she should signal to the person they Time want to replace and exchange places. About 20 - 30 minutes per statement. Applications and alternatives Preparation If you find yourself in a tricky training situation, with many heated discussions Two chairs in an empty space. because of rigid attitudes, use this exercise to refine the debate. It also worked well in one Procedure workshop when participants asked for more discussion about fundamental gender issues. The facilitators invited participants to 1. Identify the contentious issue and formulate statements and selected two of these formulate ...