Writing and Formatting

Write and design the notes so that they will be easy for the facilitator to use. Below are some suggestions:

• Keep sentences short. Introduce only one idea in each sentence
• Use at least 13 point type
• Use sub-headings for longer activities
• Leave space between bulleted points
• Use dividers for different sessions or modules
• Put the facilitator notes in an easy-to-read pastel colour not used in the participant materials
• In preparing the facilitator notes, double-check that the references to participant materials are consistent throughout and correspond to what participants received (coloured sheet, page number, etc.).

Test your notes

Ask several potential facilitators who did not work on the design to read the notes for clarity of information and organization and to provide feedback.