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| Criterion |  Knowledge Modeling Concept Mapping |  Facilitation Open Space Technology |  Knowledge Modeling Knowledge Mapping |  Facilitation Barcamp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | Concept Mapping arranges terms and relationships in a network that makes subject-matter connections tangible. It fits when a topic needs to be understood structurally rather than linearly. | 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. | Knowledge Mapping makes knowledge, gaps, and transfer paths visible across a field. It fits when expertise should not just exist but also be findable and transferable. | 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. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | High | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 1-2 h | 0.5-2 Tage | 1-3 h | Halber Tag bis 2 Tage |
Participantsdifferent | 1-8 | 20-500+ | 3-12 | 15-200 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Concept Map, Relationship Labels, Knowledge Gaps | Session Marketplace, Proceedings, Action Topics | Knowledge Map, Critical Knowledge Areas, Transfer Plan | Session Board, Session Notes, Community Learnings |
Tagsno overlap | KnowledgeConceptsMappingSensemaking | FacilitationLarge groupAutonomy | KnowledgeMappingRisk | FacilitationLarge groupLearning |