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Criterion
Paper illustration of an eight-panel idea sheet with varied sketches beside a timer set to eight minutes.
Innovation
Crazy 8s
Paper illustration for Fishbowl Discussion.
Facilitation
Fishbowl Discussion
Paper illustration for Peer Instruction.
Knowledge Modeling
Peer Instruction
A paper-based illustration representing Brainstorming with its core stages and visible working result.
Innovation
Brainstorming
Purposedifferent
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.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 team faces an open question with many obvious directions, the method first creates breadth instead of premature commitment. It separates idea flow from evaluation and makes lines of thought visible, creating a pool for selection and further development.
Complexitydifferent
LowMediumMediumLow
Timedifferent
8-15 min45-90 min10-20 min je Frage30-60 min
Participantsdifferent
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Formatsame
WorkshopWorkshopWorkshopWorkshop
Outputdifferent
Sketch Set, Idea Shortlist, Direction OptionsDiscussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up QuestionsConcept Questions, Vote Results, Learning NotesIdea pool, Theme clusters, Shortlist
Tagsno overlap
BrainstormingSketchingSpeedDivergenceDesign sprint
FacilitationDialogueLarge group
LearningDialogueFacilitation
BrainstormingIdeationCreativityWorkshopDivergence
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