Training
Partners in Participation offers these Training courses that use ToP® methods:
Group Facilitation Methods (GFM) – two days
This is an intensive methods transfer course for participants to learn the three collaborative methods that are the foundation of the Technology of Participation: focused conversation, the consensus workshop method, and action planning.
Participatory Strategic Planning (PSP) – two days
Participants learn a systematic and comprehensive participatory strategic planning method for organizational change and transformation. (Prerequisite: GFM)
ToP® Secrets of Implementation (TSOI) – two days
Participants help groups succeed in their planning efforts by foreseeing difficulties using proven methods and tools. They will apply their new insights to specific implementation challenges they may be facing.
Leading Focused Conversations (available only as an in-house course) – one day
Participants learn and practice a method for mastering the art of leading groups and involving group members in in-depth discussions on significant and often difficult issues. For more information contact Marilyn Oyler.
Mastering Technology of Participation (MToP) – twelve days over a one-year period
This course was created for those wishing to become highly skilled ToP® facilitators. It provides a theoretical foundation for the methods as well as opportunities for practice and feedback. A learning community is created that supports and deepens the participant's journey. Included are mentoring opportunities for participants in their own practice and with other participants.