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There are as many ways to facilitate Open Space meetings as there are facilitators. If you have acquired basic knowledge of the method, the information below can be a complement when preparing a meeting. Although the structure is simple, our experience is that situations often arise when you as a facilitator have to make the right decision to keep the space open. When these decisions are based on a deeper understanding, the chances of ‘keeping the space open’ increase.<\/p>\n

We invite you to continue learning through our mentoring circles, both in physical meetings and online. We also offer trainings if you want a deep dive. Our trainings increase your capacity to give your best when you work with Open Space.<\/p>\n

Kickstart program<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Do-it-yourself steps for those who want to quickly get started and use Open Space Technology<\/p>\n

Open Space Technology – the whole process<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

We\u00a0 work with a whole consisting of preparation, implementation, follow-up and evaluation.<\/p>\n

An Open Space meeting in practice<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Join us on a photo tour for the meeting itself – from start to finish!<\/p>\n

Some basic questions when planning a meeting<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Here is an example of questions to consider in the planning phase<\/p>\n

Tips when crafting an invitation<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

What I think are the most important points to clarify when writing an invitation to an Open Space meeting.<\/p>\n

Requirements for the premises<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Information I usually provide to the person responsible for logistics in the venue . It clarifyes the general requirements.<\/p>\n

How I introduce participants to the meeting – an example<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

The introduction for the participants at the beginning of the meeting must be clear, here is an example of what you can include.<\/p>\n

Open Space World Map<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

See where ‘Open Space’ is in the world and find facilitators in different countries.<\/p>\n

Open Space videos<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

A selection of informative videos about Open Space Technology! One of our own film (11 min) is a great way to get interested people to understand a little more about the practicalities of a meeting.<\/p>\n

How to calculate the circles for large groups!<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

My good friend and colleague Koos De Heer in the Netherlands has made a superbly simple spreadsheet where you can easily calculate how big circles it will be for a specific group size.<\/p>\n

More general tips for facilitators of meetings<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

Here you will find various tips if facilitate meetings and development processes. There is also a literature and link list.<\/p>\n

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