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| Criterion |  Facilitation Barcamp |  Innovation Crazy 8s |  Facilitation Fishbowl Discussion |  Innovation Rapid Ideation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | With only a few minutes available and a still-fuzzy solution search, the method forces a wide range of variants. It produces fast sketches before the first idea can settle in, making different directions directly comparable and open to further development. | 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. | When a decision needs to be prepared quickly, the method generates many solution-close variants in a short time. It deliberately relies on pace to undercut self-censorship and perfectionism. This quickly produces a usable field for prioritization and further work. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | Halber Tag bis 2 Tage | 8-15 min | 45-90 min | 5-20 min |
Participantsdifferent | 15-200 | 1-10 | 8-80 | 1-20 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Session Board, Session Notes, Community Learnings | Sketch Set, Idea Shortlist, Direction Options | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions | Ideenpool, Roh-Shortlist, Cluster |
Tagsno overlap | FacilitationLarge groupLearning | BrainstormingSketchingSpeedDivergenceDesign sprint | FacilitationDialogueLarge group | BrainstormingIdeationDivergenceSpeed |