I'm looking for small group exercises to use with TIC presentations. And the presentations are tailored to specific professional groups (teachers, EAP counselors, school staff, etc.) and also to parent groups. Thank you, for any suggestions.
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I have used this exercise for years when training. It works with all groups. Only thing, it can take up to 2 hours to do.
I break the group up into six different work groups. I assign each group one of the six SAMHSA TIC principles: Safety, Trustworthiness/transparency, etc. I tell each group they are to brainstorm what that assigned value should look like, feel like, sound like. No wrong responses! They are to consider the parallel process, pay attention to what they are already doing that aligns with that value.
After they brainstorm, they are instructed to decide on how they are going to teach that value to their peers during the share out with the large group: a skit, role play, create a poster (I bring flip chart paper and markers for this). Then they take turns presenting.
The group has fun with this. This exercise gets them thinking about TIC issues and how they apply to their work. It prompts questions and deliverables they can take back and continue the conversation. Plus, this exercise puts the training in their hands as they are the experts of their workspace. It uses TIC values like collaboration, safety, peer, etc.
Thank you Scott; I can see where it would be very valuable and adaptable even to specific groups.
I've attached an idea I have used with groups before in relation to the idea of filling ones' cup as an analogy for thinking about a person's capacity, both ourselves and others.
Melissa, is there any way you can send it in a format that can be enlarged...I can't enlarge it. Thank you!
These are a fantastic way to enhance collaboration and learning. Whether you're in a classroom, a corporate setting, or even a community workshop, these activities can foster teamwork, problem-solving, and effective communication.
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Let me know if these are more clear! I'll reply to your message with them as well 
Using PollEverywhere (instant polling via cellphone) to survey the group about the group's cumulative ACEs and positive childhood experiences leads to some interesting questions and discussion.
