Stooa – Hi We made an open source online fishbowl tool

In plain words

Stooa is an open-source online tool designed for conducting fishbowl discussions, a structured conversation format where a small group discusses a topic while others observe. The software is built for teams and organizations that want to facilitate interactive group conversations and knowledge sharing. Being open-source and available on GitHub, it appeals to developers and organizations seeking customizable, self-hosted alternatives to proprietary meeting software.

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From the sources

Stooa enables a fluent and participatory conversation with automatic facilitation based on the fishbowl method. A fishbowl is a group dynamic that facilitates conversations, debates and any type of activity in which participation is essential for its development . It is an ideal dialogue method for communities, educational environements, or companies looking to improve their online communication experience. The key tool for the remote & hybrid workingfrom github.com

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