Possible examples It is essential that these examples be applied in consideration of the context. They are not usually appropriate for controversial or highly personal issues. Three time-tested and well received methods are Sociograms41, Six Degrees of Separation and “Clickers” 42. The diagram below explains the principles of each. Note that multilingual issues must be taken into consideration at this introductory stage. Sociograms can be applied with the help of simultaneous interpretation, and Clickers can present questions and answers in two or more languages, but the Six Degrees of Separation ice-breaker is not appropriate for participant groups whose working abilities are in more than one common language.
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For instructions see the Sociometrics fiche: http://www.box.net/shared/vq11spcutx For instructions see the Audience Response Systems fiche: http://www.box.net/shared/1uhxypuozv 42