Alright folks, hosting a live training session on Zoom isn’t just about sharing your screen and talking to your slides. It’s about getting your audience involved, making them feel seen and heard, and keeping them engaged from start to finish. If your attendees aren't engaged, they're not learning, and that's not what we want. So, let's talk about how you can use some pretty nifty features on StreamAlive to make sure your sessions hit the mark!

Put Your Audience on the Map with Magic Maps

Kick off your Zoom training session by mapping out where everyone’s joining from using the StreamAlive Magic Maps. Ask questions like, 'Where in the world are you logging in from today?' It’s a great icebreaker that also gives you insight into your audience demographics, helping you tailor your content. You can even spice it up by asking, 'What’s your dream travel destination?' or 'If you could work from anywhere in the world today, where would it be?' This not only makes the session interactive right from the get-go but also creates a sense of global community among your attendees.

Deep Dive into Thoughts with Open-Ended Polls

Want to delve deeper? Use Open-Ended Polls to ask thought-provoking questions that invite more detailed responses. For instance, ‘What strategies have you found most effective in your role?’ or ‘What topics do you want more training on?’ Having these questions answered live can bring a wealth of shared knowledge and anecdotes, enhancing the learning experience and allowing attendees to learn from each other as well.

Get Instant Feedback with Power Polls

Keep checking the pulse of your session with Power Polls. Ask your Zoom attendees questions like, 'How confident do you feel about this topic?' or 'What’s the biggest challenge you’re facing at work right now?' It gives you real-time feedback on what’s hitting home and what might need a little more explanation. Plus, seeing how others are thinking can encourage quieter attendees to chime in with their own thoughts.

Spin Up Some Fun with the Winner Wheel

Encourage your quiet Zoom attendees to jump into the chat by using StreamAlive’s Winner Wheel. You can randomly pick participants from those who are active in the chat, creating friendly competition and motivating everyone to stay engaged. For instance, during a corporate training session, you might spin the wheel and offer a small prize for participants who answer questions or share insights. Or use it to pick someone to start the next discussion. It adds a fun element that breaks the monotony!

Capture the Vibe with Wonder Words

Reflect the collective thoughts of your Zoom attendees using Wonder Words. As people type away in the chat, the most popular words build into larger, visible clouds in real time. Use it to gather ideas on questions like, 'What skills do you want to improve?' or 'Summarize today’s session in one word.' This not only gives you immediate insight into the mood and key takeaways of your session but also visually engages everyone watching. It's an excellent way to wrap up a session on a high note, giving every attendee a sense of closure and accomplishment.

Decision-Making Made Fun with Choice Circle

Keep checking the pulse of your session with Power Polls. Ask your Zoom attendees questions like, 'How confident do you feel about this topic?' or 'What’s the biggest challenge you’re facing at work right now?' It gives you real-time feedback on what’s hitting home and what might need a little more explanation. Plus, seeing how others are thinking can encourage quieter attendees to chime in with their own thoughts.