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| Criterion |  Facilitation Barcamp |  Facilitation Open Space Technology |  Agile Specification by Example |  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 a complex topic does not yet have a fitting agenda, Open Space Technology hands topic ownership back to the participants. The format suits questions that only move forward when real interest determines the order. | When business rules need to become precise, it ties language, example, and test together. It sorts work by value, risk, and delivery ability. The result is captured as an Example Table and Acceptance Tests. | 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. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | High | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | Halber Tag bis 2 Tage | 0.5-2 Tage | 60-90 min pro Feature | 45-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 15-200 | 20-500+ | 3-6 | 8-80 |
Formatsame | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Session Board, Session Notes, Community Learnings | Session Marketplace, Proceedings, Action Topics | Example Table, Acceptance Tests | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions |
Tagsno overlap | FacilitationLarge groupLearning | FacilitationLarge groupAutonomy | AgileRequirementsExamplesBehavior-Driven Development | FacilitationDialogueLarge group |