Consensus Building Method -- From Individual Creativity to Collective Action

Author: Brian Stanfield Cai, Du Wenjun et al. translated
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: The Consensus Building Guide Method is a treasure trove of profound thoughts and experience. Every part of this method, the entire process, as well as the knowledge and understanding it is based on human tendencies, allows people to use it at different depths and complexities. This book serves as a manual, providing clear, practical, and detailed procedures for the proper use of the method. It is also a guide, showing people how to apply the method to large or small groups, guiding them to find "quick and effective" solutions or to facilitate serious and in-depth dialogue to reach consensus. If repetition is necessary, this book also provides alternative approaches for adaptation. This book is not intended as a reference book for design and problem-solving, nor is it a ready source of "best practices." It can enrich training experiences and clarify confusing concepts. Feasible focus issues, completed consensus-building results, and comprehensive processes serve as templates for facilitators to understand and design successful consensus-building sessions.