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Interpret II is a lively, challenging team exercise which explores advanced team communication, the management of information and the planning and implementation of a strategy.

Interpret II is an exercise in advanced team communication designed to illustrate how individuals draw on past experience and knowledge from their experience during the original Interpret exercise.

This advanced version of the exercise provides a much greater level of challenge requiring more detailed descriptions and more accurate discrimination between the symbols.

Interpret II is an ideal exercise to highlight the importance of effective communication, problem-solving, organisation and leadership within a team environment.

When you run Interpret at the beginning of a workshop and Interpret II at the end of the same workshop, or at another time in the future, the delegates will be faced with the same process but with a different and more complex set of information to interpret and communicate. It is an excellent indicator of how well they have taken on board the lessons of effective communication.

Communication of a common meaning through effective questioning and active listening to ensure understanding
The management of information flow between individuals and the entire team
The relevance of effective planning
Problem solving skills including the evaluation of possible courses of action and the need for rehearsal of processes before they ‘go live’
Understanding of team organisation and effective group management.
The effectiveness of process reviews in team activity
Individual needs and input within a pressured team environment
Working under time pressure

A brief introduction to communication in teams
The Interpret II exercise
Exercise debriefing and a short discussion of the main themes

This exercise can stand on its own as a short training event or can form part of a longer session focussing on problem solving and communication within teams. It can also as part of a full team development program.

Communication and Teamworking

Establishing a common language and meaning within groups and teams
Active questioning and listening skills
The sorting, structuring and retention of unfamiliar information

Problem Solving and Task Planning

Working under time pressures
Effective planning

Leadership and Team Management

Recognizing and managing the contribution of individuals within a team
Developing awareness of individual needs
Team decision-making
The control and implementation of plans

Each game purchased comes complete with a Trainer's Guide describing how the game works, what to expect and game variations.

Everyone in your organization who is required to communicate clearly and without ambiguity

Save money when you purchase Interpret and Interpret II at the same time. When bought together the cost of the two products is $800 + freight and delivery + tax. A savings of $160.

It is important to us that you are successful using our games in your training and development programs. We would welcome the opportunity to speak with you either before or after using our games to ensure that you obtain the maximum benefits from the exercise. Please call us on +1 416.925.9144.

Would you like additional support when you run this game for the first time or are you using it for a large group and need additional resources? We would be happy to have our partner training and development organization, Mentoric , facilitate this game for you. Please call us on +1 416.925.9144 to discuss your requirements.