Ask participants to mention some rules of participation they would like to have for themselves while they are in the training room. You can either ask participants to vote on items or only list those which are agreed to by all. Some rules may be listed that apply to the facilitators. Participants will ask questions freely at any time. Each participant will try to include his or her views or experience during each open discussion opportunity.
Facilitators keep to alloted time schedule.
Participants and corresponding facilitators arrive in time for the beginning of each session. Facilitators speak clearly so everyone can hear. Feedback is given in a constructive fashion. Before beginning the training session, we suggest that you conduct an icebreaking exercise to encourage participants to become comfortable with each other and with the facilitator. Some simple activities are described below.