Appendix A — Pre-Session Preparation

A.1 Room Setup

In-Person:

• Tables for 4-6 people (collaborative seating)
• Supplies: pens, handouts
• Name tags

A.2 Facilitator Mindset

• You’re a guide, not a guru: Your science expertise gives you credibility, but participants’ experiences drive learning
• Embrace productive discomfort: Some activities may feel unfamiliar - that’s intentional
• Model vulnerability: Share your own collaboration challenges when appropriate