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| Criterion |  Architecture Architecture Decision Record |  Knowledge Modeling Teach-back |  Knowledge Modeling Feynman Technique |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | An ADR permanently records an architecture decision with context, trade-offs, and consequence. It creates continuity for later changes because the decision path stays traceable. | Teach-back checks whether an explanation actually got through to the other person. The method makes misunderstandings visible early and strengthens shared understanding in advisory and learning situations. | The Feynman Technique checks understanding by explaining a topic so that it stays easy for others to understand. It makes knowledge gaps visible before they become costly in everyday work. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 15-45 min | 5-20 min | 20-60 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1-3 | 2-8 | 1 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop + async | Async |
Outputdifferent | ADR File, Decision Log, Rationale | Understanding Check, Clarification Notes, Learning Gaps | Plain-language Explanation, Knowledge Gaps, Study Notes |
Tagsno overlap | ArchitectureRationaleDocumentationGovernance | LearningUnderstandingCommunication | LearningKnowledgeUnderstanding |
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