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Record 1 2011-01-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • General Vocabulary
  • Group Dynamics
CONT

In a large group, usually only a few participate; shy or reticent individuals remain quiet.

CONT

A relay question can be used to get comments from everyone. This is a question you ask of everyone, one at a time. It's an effective technique to get everyone involved, and to help the timid person break the ice.

CONT

Shy members may not be able to express authentic support for good ideas or confront others in constructive disagreement.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Vocabulaire général
  • Dynamique des groupes
CONT

Parfois, on assiste à de véritables révolutions. Brusquement les silencieux parlent; les timides prennent de l'assurance et ce sont les «chefs» [...] qui ne savent plus quoi dire; certains en éprouvent un tel choc qu'ils ne peuvent le supporter et qu'ils partent en claquant la porte [...]

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