Arrange to have helpers in the group to ensure that all people are involved. Prepare overhead projector transparency headings. Ensure the group is kept small, preferably under 30. It can then be subdivided into smaller groups for some parts of the workshop to encourage more active participation. Trial your workshop on a supportive group, obtain written evaluation and modify your workshop plan as appropriate.
Presentation Keep the language, format and content of the workshop simple.
Allow time for getting acquainted. Have a warm-up time at the beginning for people to get to know a little about their neighbours by introducing themselves and perhaps stating what they hope to achieve at the workshop. Establish an informal relaxed atmosphere, with seating in a circle or rectangle rather than rows for face to face discussion. Circulate a paper for names and addresses of participants. After the introductions are completed, the guidelines explained, the goals set and, possibly, prepared material presented to the group, divide participants into smaller groups so everyone, particularly shy members or those with language difficulties, will have a chance to contribute.