Small group discussion at a popular education training.

Popular education is an effective way to teach, lead groups and organize communities. In popular education, everyone is a teacher and a learner. It helps people understand the reasons behind problems to create healthier communities.

We invite you to join in these fun and interactive workshops!

Traditional health workers in Oregon can earn 7 CEUs for the part 2 and 3 workshops.

Schedule

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Introduction to Popular Education

People sitting in a circle at a popular education training in a local church.

Learn how to apply popular education methods in your work with community members. Covers the background of popular education. You'll learn to use the action-reflection-action circle to address issues in your community.

Full-day workshop, available in English and Spanish

Part 2: Principles & Methods

Covers key principles and methods of popular education. Practice different methods for sharing information (games, storytelling, problem posing, etc.). Learn effective facilitation skills.

Available in English and Spanish. 7 CEUs offered for traditional health workers in Oregon.

Part 3: Curriculum and Agenda Design, and Facilitation Skills

Use popular education to plan and lead your next meeting. You'll learn:

  • Planning steps
  • Importance of the learning climate through room set up
  • How to lead a meeting with the lesson loom planning format
  • Effective facilitation skills

Available in English and Spanish. 7 CEUs offered for traditional health workers in Oregon.

Resources

Popular Education Manual (2.32 MB)
Popular Education Fact Sheet (156.25 KB)


Contact Us

Community Partnerships & Capacity Building Program Beth Poteet, Coordinator
503-314-3136, beth.poteet@multco.us