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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking CATWOE Analysis |  Facilitation Fishbowl Discussion |  Facilitation Barcamp |  Facilitation Lean Coffee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | CATWOE structures a problem from six viewpoints and prevents too narrow a view of the situation. Different experiences of the system become comparably discussable this way. | 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 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 group without a fixed agenda needs to get into useful conversations quickly, Lean Coffee structures the start around interests rather than a presentation. The group itself negotiates which topics get time first and which wait. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | 45-90 min | Halber Tag bis 2 Tage | 30-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-8 | 8-80 | 15-200 | 3-20 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | CATWOE Canvas, Root Definition, Stakeholder Perspectives, Constraints | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions | Session Board, Session Notes, Community Learnings | Prioritized Topics, Discussion Notes, Action Items |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingFramingStakeholders | FacilitationDialogueLarge group | FacilitationLarge groupLearning | FacilitationAutonomyDialogue |