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| Criterion |  Facilitation Barcamp |  Facilitation Alignment Mapping |  Knowledge Modeling Peer Instruction |  Facilitation Fishbowl Discussion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | When many people can contribute knowledge and the flow should stay open, Barcamp provides a framework for self-organized sessions. The format channels energy without defining the content too narrowly in advance. | When several people work toward one goal but hold different mental maps, Alignment Mapping makes the discrepancies visible. It arranges goals, assumptions, and priorities so shared direction becomes verifiable. | Peer Instruction uses group thinking to clarify difficult terms or concepts faster. The method combines individual reflection with social correction and shared precision. | When a controversial topic needs depth and discipline at the same time, Fishbowl Discussion makes the structure of the conversation transparent. The format keeps the core small enough for real dialogue and open enough for controlled turnover. |
Complexitysame | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | Halber Tag bis 2 Tage | 1-2 h | 10-20 min je Frage | 45-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 15-200 | 4-12 | 6-50 | 8-80 |
Formatsame | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Session Board, Session Notes, Community Learnings | Alignment Map, Open Issues, Decision Questions | Concept Questions, Vote Results, Learning Notes | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions |
Tags1 shared | FacilitationLarge groupLearning | AlignmentStakeholdersStrategyFacilitation | LearningDialogueFacilitation | FacilitationDialogueLarge group |