Certificate programs are designed by coaches to fit the needs of their group. However, all certificate programs share some common characteristics. They are all based on the IF pedagogical approach which prioritizes practice (learning by doing) and guided reflection. Unlike traditional learning models, the IF approach centers the expertise of those who are in the room and turns toward what is already known in the group before diving deeper into additional resources and external knowledge.

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Participants who earn a certificate in collaborative discussion will be able to

1. Better understand Collaborative Discussion and its benefits

2. Express how they show up and present themselves in Collaborative Discussions

3. Adopt Collaborative Discussion habits and support these habits in others

4. Recognize and address Collaborative Discussion challenges and help groups move forward together 

5. Address concerns and harness opportunities with others that will help shape community outcome

 

Participants who earn a certificate in collaborative discussion will receive

A congratulations email from the Interactivity Foundation which will include

1. A personalized certificate of completion 

2. Instructions for claiming their digital badge in Collaborative Discussion 

3. Invitation to join online IF Community Conversation events to practice their collaborative discussion skills