Celtic Cross is a dynamic virtual team communication and information-sharing exercise, tailor-made for groups venturing into the realm of remote collaboration. Compatible with user-friendly video conferencing platforms like Zoom and Google Meet, it offers a seamless experience for participants.
Drawing inspiration from our "Workstations" activity, Celtic Cross employs 30 distinct playing cards, designed for co-located groups with minimal setup. This digital adaptation retains the simplicity of its predecessor, demanding little in terms of advance planning, yet remains unwavering in its commitment to the core learning objectives.
Participants are tasked with verbally sharing card details. Through a combination of elimination techniques, logical reasoning, and critical thinking, they must decipher answers to two central tasks. The puzzle's solution hinges on three pivotal cards that elucidate the task objectives. The onus is on the cardholder to share this crucial information with the team.
To up the ante, facilitators can introduce a rule prohibiting note-taking. This pushes teams to innovate, finding alternative methods to recall and organize pivotal details. The exercise underscores the importance of collective contribution; every participant possesses a piece of the puzzle, making their input indispensable for the group's success.
As the activity unfolds, it becomes evident that team members operate at varied speeds and employ diverse memory strategies. The challenge? Crafting a unified approach that caters to these individual nuances. By the activity's conclusion, teams must ensure a holistic understanding, enabling each member to play their part in the implementation process seamlessly.
Duration:
Designed for engagement, the Celtic Cross spans approximately 35 minutes, culminating in a 25-minute review session to distill key learnings.
