Guide to Meetings

Chapter 9. Graphic Facilitation: Recording What They Say

Chapter 9 Outline

1. Recording discussions

   • Plan your graphics.

   • Record for accuracy.

   • Record to move the discussion forward.

   • Record to ensure inclusiveness.

   • Record to be readable.

   • Use your equipment credibly.

2. Recording brainstorming sessions

   • Post individual ideas.

   • Group ideas.

   • Look for themes.

   • Prepare final notes.

The term “graphic facilitation” refers to recording ideas on visual aids, in full view of all participants, as the meeting progresses. Chapter 4 covered the benefits, equipment, and advance planning for graphic facilitation; this chapter covers how to implement those plans during the meeting itself.

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