
Description
This course will examine the preparations needed before a meeting; clarify the purpose of minutes; explore the role during meetings; and planning after the meeting. It will look at ways to save time when note-taking and how to reduce the stress which people experience when taking minutes.
What you will learn
- To understand the role of minute taker
- To be aware of the different forms of minuting possible
- To be able to select the appropriate form for the context
- To increase participants’ confidence in minute taking
Themes Covered
- Preparation
- Identifying areas of concern
- How and what to record
- Dealing with problems that may arise
- Writing up, correcting and confirming
- Dealing with disputes about accuracy