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Record 1 2007-08-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Group Dynamics
  • Leadership Techniques (Meetings)
DEF

... a question that is directed to the entire group. Anyone may answer. Its primary function is to stimulate group thinking and discussion. You may get an answer from one person at a time or several may attempt to answer.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Dynamique des groupes
  • Techniques d'animation des réunions
DEF

[Question] de l'animateur au groupe. Pour faire démarrer la discussion, pour changer d'orientation.

CONT

Les questions à la cantonade (...) s'adressent au groupe tout entier sans préjuger qui répondra (...)

CONT

«Mesdames, Messieurs, avez-vous des questions?» (question à la cantonade, à l'encan) (...)

Spanish

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