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Structure of the manual
This manual is divided into five major parts. We begin with the history
and philosophy of VIPP, as VIPP stands for much more than the use of
recipes or techniques. Secondly, we deal with the appropriateness of VIPP
for different kinds of events and participants. The VIPP-process requires
good facilitators who are able to engage in teamwork with other facilitators
and feel empathy for the participants. Therefore, the qualities of a good
facilitator are described. This part also includes the planning process for
events.
The third part includes different VIPP techniques and processes in detail.
It also includes evaluation and feedback methods and some checklists and
matrixes which will help in remembering detail in the preparation and
evaluation of any session.
The conclusion is a critical reflection on the potential uses and limitations
of VIPP. VIPP methods are not the solution to every kind of situation.
However, they have great potential value in democratizing the attitude of
any group of people who wish to achieve a common goal.
Finally, the manual concludes with examples of application, case studies,
useful forms and a set of references for further reading, including other
manuals.
This manual is a collection of experiences and reflections which may help
the interested reader find ideas for the planning of forthcoming group
events. It is not a final and complete manual since it is expected that
facilitators will take the principle methods and adapt them to their own
experience, needs and circumstances, improving techniques by doing.
The appropriate use of VIPP will always depend on the situation and
actors involved and it does not automatically lead to success. It is a dynamic
process, whereby we, as facilitators, progress with a repertoire of methods
according to our own experiences, opportunities and learning processes.
The pages which follow should be used, therefore, as a base of ideas for
your own experimentation.
This manual will serve as a resource for remembering fundamental rules
and their philosophical basis. But do not see it as a fixed and dogmatic set
of procedures. That would contradict the very philosophy of VIPP!
THE ROOTS AND PHILOSOPHY OF VIPP
Introduction
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