Conversations Format

How Does It Work?

We create a safe place for open, honest discussion

· Set up “ground rules” for discussion

· Stress confidentiality

· Vary discussion activities – use role plays, debates, exercises, videos, films, brief newspaper articles to keep student interest

· Serve food (snacks or something more substantial)

Follow Up (Very Important!)

Living group facilitators meet with Tobie Weiner after each seminar session to give and receive feedback, learn from each other, discuss the past session and plan for the next seminar. All facilitation groups will meet together at least two times each semester.

If you’re interested in this seminar contact Tobie Weiner for more information (253-3649), iguanatw@mit.edu, E53-484). Training for each semester will be set up with individual living groups within the first 3 weeks of the semester.