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In total we estimate this exercise will take 15 minutes.
Aims:
• To identify some of the key themes participants will be exploring in the forthcoming training around coaching.
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Time:
This exercise will take about 10 minutes to complete. In total, allowing for discussion, we recommend allowing 15 minutes for completion.
Aims:
• To identify some of the key themes participants will be exploring in the forthcoming training around coaching.
Group Size:
This module is suitable for use with groups of almost any size.
Useful For:
Anyone attending a course or workshop that focuses on coaching skills.
You'll Need:
• A printed copy of the large (A3) Trainer version of the Word Search grid provided, affixed to a flipchart.
Notes:
A small prize for the winning team would be nice, though not essential.
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Time:
In total we estimate this exercise will take 30 minutes.
Aims:
• To welcome the participants.
• To introduce the facilitator(s) and participants to each other.
• To introduce the facilities.
• To agree the course objectives and timetable.
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Time:
This exercise will take about 25 minutes to complete. In total, allowing for discussion, we recommend allowing 30 minutes for completion.
Aims:
• To welcome the participants.
• To introduce the facilitator(s) and participants to each other.
• To introduce the facilities.
• To agree the course objectives and timetable.
Group Size:
This module is suitable for use with groups of almost any size.
You'll Need:
Nothing, other than the materials provided.
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I used 'course introduction' with a group on a departmental awayday. This really focused participants on the rationale for the day and allowed the groundrules to be discussed in a way that wouldn't have happened otherwise. The 'expectations of each other' allowed discussion of acceptable and desirable behaviour to be clearly stated in a department where several staff members are overbearing and dominatiing in such meetings usually. The main content of the day was more fruitful once this had happened.
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Serena Yeo
rated this item with 4 stars.
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Time:
In total we estimate this exercise will take 20 minutes.
Aims:
• To demonstrate the benefit of using open questions when gathering information.
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Time:
This exercise will take about 15 minutes to complete. In total, allowing for discussion, we recommend allowing 20 minutes for completion. Aims:
• To demonstrate the benefit of using open questions when gathering information. Group Size:
This module is suitable for use with groups of up to 15 participants. You'll Need:
Post its and pens.
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Time:
In total we estimate this exercise will take 15 minutes.
Aims:
• To encourage participants to share information about each other.
• To test participant's listening and recall skills.
• To briefly explore barriers to listening.
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Time:
This exercise will take about 10 minutes to complete. In total, allowing for discussion, we recommend allowing 15 minutes for completion.
Aims:
• To encourage participants to share information about each other.
• To test participant's listening and recall skills.
• To briefly explore barriers to listening.
Group Size:
This module is suitable for use with groups of up to 25 participants.
You'll Need:
• Nothing other than the materials provided.
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Time:
In total we estimate this exercise will take 15 minutes.
Aims:
• To encourage participants to share information about themselves.
• To build rapport among participants.
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Time:
The exercise in this module will take about 15 minutes to complete. In total, allowing for discussion, we recommend allowing 20 minutes to complete this module.
Aims:
• To encourage participants to share information about themselves.
• To build rapport among participants.
Group Size:
This module is suitable for use with groups of up to 15 participants.
You'll Need:
• Nothing other than the materials provided.
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I used Personal Item - Sharing Information as an ice breaker with an existing team of people and I thought this would be a great way to approach introductions. It worked really well and everyone found out things about each other that wouldn't usually be shared and because attention was focused on the object rather themselves even the quietest delegates seemed comfortable. Would recommend giving it a go!
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Charlotte Gee
rated this item with 5 stars.
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Time:
In total we estimate this exercise will take 20 minutes.
Aims:
• To encourage participants to gather information about each other.
• To illustrate the importance and benefit of open questions when gathering information.
• To illustrate the uses of closed questions.
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Time:
This exercise will take about 15 minutes to complete. In total, allowing for discussion, we recommend allowing 20 minutes for completion.
Aims:
• To encourage participants to gather information about each other.
• To illustrate the importance and benefit of open questions when gathering information.
• To illustrate the uses of closed questions.
Group Size:
This module is suitable for use with groups of up to 15 participants.
You'll Need:
• Nothing other than the materials provided.
Notes:
This exercise will take longer the larger the group.
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This module can be used as a nice ‘icebreaker’ and also illustrates the benefit of appropriate questioning. I actually only used this with me as the person being questioned and two people posing questions. I then facilitated a discussion on the types of questions asked and the benefits and drawbacks of each type. It prompted a very useful session on questioning skills and really encouraged the participants to consider how best to use questions in different circumstances. We were then able to list examples of the ‘best’ questions to ask in different scenarios. Again the module is useful because it highlights the good and less good without people having to share what they currently do and because the questions asked are not work related it is easy to highlight the benefits of using different styles of question without getting into detailed discussion about the wording of a specific question.
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rated this item with 4 stars.
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I used this exercise on a Communication skills day with predominantly home care workers in order to demonstrate the effectiveness of 'open'questions over 'closed' questions. The group quickly grasped what was required and I ran the exercise according to the instructions. They grasped what was required quickly and were able to draw their own conclusions. Several commented on how easy it was to change their questionning style with some thought and that they would remember the point of the exercise when working with their clients. A plentiful supply of chocolate given for good open questions helped I think!
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Robert Corteen
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Time:
In total we estimate this exercise will take 15 minutes.
Aims:
• To explore and identify what positive language is.
• To understand why positive language matters.
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Time:
This exercise will take about 10 minutes to complete. In total, allowing for discussion, we recommend allowing about 15 minutes for completion.
Aims:
• To explore and identify what positive language is.
• To understand why positive language matters.
Group Size:
This module can be used with groups of almost any size.
You'll Need:
• A selection of bells or buzzers, one for every 2-3 participants.
Notes:
Before the training, pre-prepare a flipchart with a blank bingo card. The card will need to have enough boxes so there is one for each participant.
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Hi there - I used this Icebreaker in a staff meeting of about 40 people and embedded the activity throughout the meeting, getting presenters to ensure they used the positive words we posted on the flip chart whilst presenting, and encouraging all staff who provided comment throughout the meeting to also incorporate the positive words in their commentary. Each staff member had a party whistle to blow when someone used a positive word. It was great fun - and all of the positive words were used at least once. I got lots of positive feedback about it afterwards so highly recommended as a really engaging activity.
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Bonnie Robinson
rated this item with 5 stars.
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