Facilitator's guide to participatory decision-making / Sam Kaner with Lenny Lind ... [et al.] ; foreword by Michael Doyle.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 315-318) and index.

Pt. 1. Grounding principles. The dynamics of group decision-making -- Participatory values -- Introduction to the role of facilitator.

Pt. 2. Facilitator fundamentals. Facilitative listening skills -- ChartWriting technique -- Facilitating open discussion -- Alternatives to open discussion -- Brainstorming -- Tools for managing long lists -- Dealing with difficult dynamics -- Effective agendas : desired outcomes ; process design.

Pt. 3. Building sustainable agreements. Principles for building sustainable agreements -- Gathering diverse points of view -- Building a shared framework of understanding -- Developing inclusive solutions.

Pt. 4. Reaching closure. Importance of clear decision rules -- Striving for unanimity -- Reaching closure step by step -- Facilitating sustainable agreements.