Hey there! Let’s talk about keeping your audience glued to the screen during your live sessions on MS Teams. We all know how easy it is for people to get distracted, especially in a virtual setting. But higher engagement isn’t just about keeping them interested; it's about making sure they’re soaking up all the important bits you’re sharing. If your audience is engaged, they’re more likely to better understand and remember all those conflict resolution strategies – which is the whole point of your training, right?
Map Out Your Audience with Magic Maps
One of the first things you might ask is, “Where’s everyone tuning in from?” With Magic Maps, you can turn this simple question into an engaging visual experience. Just imagine plotting everyone’s locations on a live map right in your MS Teams session. This not only makes participants feel seen and connected but also sets a fun, inclusive tone from the get-go. Why not tweak this for your session by asking about places they associate with resolving conflicts – maybe, 'What's the best place for you to clear your mind?' or 'Where would you go to find peace?' This gets them thinking about your session’s theme while getting them to interact.
Gather Thoughts with Opinion Polls
Not every question has a straightforward answer, especially in conflict resolution. That’s where Open-Ended Opinion Polls shine. Encourage participants to share personal anecdotes about conflicts they’ve resolved or what techniques they find most challenging. Ask them to type one-word or short answer responses, and let the magic of picking up chat answers unfold. These real-life insights can then guide your discussion, ensuring your session speaks directly to their experiences.
Know Your Audience with Power Polls
Want to gauge how your audience feels about certain conflict resolution methods in real-time? Power Polls are just the thing. Use them to ask which method attendees are most familiar with: Active Listening or Nonviolent Communication? Or even see if they lean more towards one-on-one resolution or group mediation. It’s great to refine your session according to their responses, making sure you’re addressing where they need the most insight. This way, your training becomes more dynamic and tailored to the group’s needs.
Spin Up Some Excitement with Winner Wheel
Let’s face it—no one wants to feel like their input doesn't matter. That’s where the Winner Wheel comes in! To encourage more comments, you can randomly select a winner from those who’ve participated in your chat during certain parts of your conflict resolution training. For instance, after a group discussion on handling difficult conversations, spin the wheel for a little giveaway, like a coffee voucher. Or maybe before wrapping up a session, use it to randomly give out a 'star student' shout-out to someone who’s been most engaging. It keeps everyone on their toes and motivated to join in!
Visualize Group Thoughts with Wonder Words
Wonder Words can bring a splash of fun and insight as you capture the group's collective thoughts in a word cloud. For instance, after discussing potential conflict scenarios, ask everyone to describe their initial reaction in one word. Or, at the session's end, see what key takeaway sticks with them by asking for a single word. As the words appear and grow, both you and your participants get a real-time feel of the group’s pulse and understanding, making your summary or closing remarks ultra-relevant.
Take the Pressure Off with Choice Circle
Want to gauge how your audience feels about certain conflict resolution methods in real-time? Power Polls are just the thing. Use them to ask which method attendees are most familiar with: Active Listening or Nonviolent Communication? Or even see if they lean more towards one-on-one resolution or group mediation. It’s great to refine your session according to their responses, making sure you’re addressing where they need the most insight. This way, your training becomes more dynamic and tailored to the group’s needs.