Hey there, fellow MS Teams host! Let's be real for a sec—keeping folks engaged during an online training can be tricky, especially when it's about something as important as Inclusive Communication. But here's the thing: the richer the involvement, the richer the learning experience. When attendees stay engaged, they take away more from the session, which makes your content memorable and impactful. Luckily, StreamAlive has your back with some awesome tools to help turn your session from 'just another meeting' to 'can't miss!'

Make Geography Come Alive with Magic Maps

We all love to kick things off with an icebreaker, right? Magic Maps is perfect for that! Imagine your participants lighting up a map with their locations in real-time. You've got folk from around the world, and this visual tool makes it personal and relatable. Ask them something like, 'Where in the world would you want to practice your inclusive communication skills?' or 'Which location do you think adopts the best communication practices?' This not only creates a sense of belonging but also warms them up for all the learning ahead.

Share Thoughts Freely with Opinion Polls

Want to gather insights without boxing in your attendees? Opinion Polls are a savior! Ask open-ended questions like, 'What’s one thing you learned today that you'll apply?' or 'How do you define inclusive communication in one sentence?' This tool captures diverse perspectives in real-time and helps you understand the wide range of thoughts. It’s not just about throwing information at attendees; it’s about understanding their views and getting them involved.

Gauge Understanding with Power Polls

Got burning questions? Power Polls give you immediate insight into your audience’s take on various topics. They’re fantastic for an inclusive communication training session. For instance, you could ask, 'Which aspect of communication do you struggle with the most?' or 'How important do you find non-verbal cues in online communication?' These polls make it easy to get a pulse on your audience and subtly tailor your content to address their needs and interests.

Encourage Chatting with Winner Wheel

Let's get your audience buzzing with the Winner Wheel! As you're diving into key concepts, you might notice some folks are quieter than usual. The Winner Wheel’s a fun way to encourage comments and questions. How about rewarding those who share their thoughts on methods to improve inclusion in day-to-day communication? Or you could spin the wheel to pick someone who suggested an additional inclusive phrase they've learned. It's a simple but effective way to keep the chat lively and inclusive!

Visualize Ideas with Wonder Words

Looking for a visual way to bring your audience's thoughts together? Wonder Words creates word clouds from the chat in real-time. For instance, you can ask, 'What's the first word that comes to mind when you think of inclusive communication?' or 'Share one word representing your communication style.' This tool combines real-time thoughts into a beautiful visual that emphasizes common themes and opens up further dialogue. It’s a colorful way to capture attention and encourage sharing!

Decision-Making Made Fun with Choice Circle

Got burning questions? Power Polls give you immediate insight into your audience’s take on various topics. They’re fantastic for an inclusive communication training session. For instance, you could ask, 'Which aspect of communication do you struggle with the most?' or 'How important do you find non-verbal cues in online communication?' These polls make it easy to get a pulse on your audience and subtly tailor your content to address their needs and interests.