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| Criterion | ![]() Knowledge Modeling Feynman Technique | ![]() Facilitation Fishbowl Discussion | ![]() Facilitation World Café | ![]() Knowledge Modeling Peer Instruction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | The Feynman Technique checks understanding by explaining a topic so that it stays easy for others to understand. It makes knowledge gaps visible before they become costly in everyday work. | 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 group needs to connect many viewpoints in a short time, World Café creates a calm alternation between closeness and rotation. It sets thinking in motion without forcing the conversation into full-plenary rigidity. | Peer Instruction uses group thinking to clarify difficult terms or concepts faster. The method combines individual reflection with social correction and shared precision. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 20-60 min | 45-90 min | 60-180 min | 10-20 min je Frage |
Participantsdifferent | 1 | 8-80 | 12-100+ | 6-50 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Plain-language Explanation, Knowledge Gaps, Study Notes | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions | Table Notes, Emergent Themes, Shared Questions | Concept Questions, Vote Results, Learning Notes |
Tagsno overlap | LearningKnowledgeUnderstanding | FacilitationDialogueLarge group | FacilitationDialogueLarge groupSensemaking | LearningDialogueFacilitation |



