Spectogram/Human Barometer
You lay a line on the floor, label one end "Strongly Agree" and the other "Strongly Disagree," then read out a statement and ask everyone to stand at the point on the line that represents their position. The room turns into a living graph. People cluster, spread out, or stand alone, and you can see at a glance where the group sits on an issue.
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What You'll Achieve with the Spectogram/Human Barometer Workshop
Real outcomes that transform your team
Visual representation of group opinions on various topics.
Increased engagement and energy among participants.
Encouragement of open dialogue and sharing of perspectives.
When to Use the Spectogram/Human Barometer Workshop
Perfect for these situations and team challenges
At the start of a session to surface the range of views on a topic.
To quickly gauge group sentiment on a proposal or value.
How the Spectogram/Human Barometer Workshop Works
A step-by-step breakdown of the workshop process
1Setup
Clear a strip of floor space and lay down a tape line. Place 'Strongly Agree' and 'Strongly Disagree' signs at each end. Prepare statements for the group to respond to.
2Step 1: Explain the Mechanic
Gather participants at the center of the line, explain the mechanics, and run a warm-up statement to practice moving along the line.
3Step 2: Read the First Statement
Read the first statement, allow participants to position themselves, and interview several participants to understand their reasoning.
4Step 3: Read Subsequent Statements
Continue with additional statements, repeating the process of positioning and interviewing, while observing the dynamics and patterns in responses.
Key Topics Covered in the Spectogram/Human Barometer Workshop
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