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Criterion
Paper illustration for Cynefin Workshop.
Decision Making
Cynefin Workshop
Paper illustration for Fishbowl Discussion.
Facilitation
Fishbowl Discussion
Paper illustration for Open Space Technology.
Facilitation
Open Space Technology
Purposedifferent
When problems are unclear, chaotic, or only seemingly familiar, standard recipes fall short. A Cynefin Workshop sorts situations by the nature of their problem and connects them with matching action logic.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 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.
Complexitydifferent
MediumMediumHigh
Timedifferent
60-180 min45-90 min0.5-2 Tage
Participantsdifferent
4-208-8020-500+
Formatsame
WorkshopWorkshopWorkshop
Outputdifferent
Cynefin Map, Domain-specific Actions, Sensemaking NotesDiscussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up QuestionsSession Marketplace, Proceedings, Action Topics
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ComplexitySensemakingDecision
FacilitationDialogueLarge group
FacilitationLarge groupAutonomy
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Paper illustration for World Café.
Facilitation
World Café
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Facilitation
Lean Coffee
Paper illustration for Argument Mapping
Decision Making
Argument Mapping