Hey there, live session hosts! If you've been running workshops on Zoom, you know just how crucial audience engagement is. It's not just about having people sign in at the start; it's about keeping them with you from start to finish and making sure they remember what you've discussed. More engaged participants tend to learn better, stick around longer, and contribute more to the interactive experience, which is essential for sessions on upskilling and reskilling.
Get Geographical with Magic Maps
Magic Maps is like having your very own global connectivity tool. As you start your session, ask your attendees where they're joining from. Just type the question into StreamAlive, like 'Where around the globe are you tuning in from for today’s reskilling session?' Then, watch the map light up as responses roll in. It's great for breaking the ice! Or, during a career growth session, ask, 'Where’s your dream city to work after you upskill?' Again, it’s a fun and engaging way to connect everyone and gives you a visual idea of the diversity in your group.
Explore Ideas with Open-Ended Polls
Open-Ended Polls are perfect for brainstorming sessions. Ask participants, 'What’s one skill you think everyone should learn in the next five years?' Your attendees type their answers directly into the chat, and StreamAlive captures it all. It's great for getting a broad spectrum of ideas or insights and helps create a more collaborative atmosphere where everyone feels heard.
Gauge the Room with Power Polls
Power Polls are your go-to for immediate feedback. Curious about how many in your audience have already embarked on a reskilling journey? Or perhaps you want to know what percentage believes they’ll need to upskill in the next year. Set up a quick poll at the start, and see the answers live. It informs you of your audience’s needs and helps tailor the rest of your session accordingly. Plus, knowing they're actively participating ensures they're staying engaged and processing the information you're providing.
Make Learning Fun with the Winner Wheel
The Winner Wheel is a great way to add some excitement to your sessions. Use it mid-way through to select a random participant who can share a success story about applying new skills, or at the end for a fun quiz segment—reward the person who participated the most or answered correctly with a virtual badge! It encourages everyone to chip in because there's something tangible to look forward to. It's a crowd-pleaser because everyone loves a little game of luck!
Capture Thoughts with Wonder Words
Using Wonder Words is a visual treat. As you ask questions like 'What's one word that describes today’s session,' watch as the screen fills with live, moving word clouds. It's fun, dynamic, and offers an interesting take on how the session is being received. Plus, it can highlight key takeaways or areas of focus for future workshops. This visual feedback allows attendees to see common thoughts, helping solidify lessons learned and making the session memorable.
Decide with Ease Using Choice Circle
Power Polls are your go-to for immediate feedback. Curious about how many in your audience have already embarked on a reskilling journey? Or perhaps you want to know what percentage believes they’ll need to upskill in the next year. Set up a quick poll at the start, and see the answers live. It informs you of your audience’s needs and helps tailor the rest of your session accordingly. Plus, knowing they're actively participating ensures they're staying engaged and processing the information you're providing.