Mutual Learning Model

Core Values and Assumptions	Strategies (Ground Rules)	Consequences
Valid information Free and informed choice Internal commitment Compassion I have some information; others have other information Each of us may see things the others do not differences are opportunities for learning People are trying to act with integrity given their situation	Test assumptions and inferences Share all relevant information Use specific examples and agree on important words Explain reasoning and intent Focus on interests, not positions Combine advocacy and inquiry Jointly design the approach Discuss undiscussables Use a decision-making rule that generates the commitment needed	Increased understanding, reduced conflict and defensiveness Increased trust Fewer self-fulfilling, self-sealing processes Increases learning Increased effectiveness Increased quality of work life

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From p.86 of The Skilled Facilitator, which lists it's source as:
Adapted from Argyris and Donald Schon, 1974, and Action Design, 1997