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| Criterion |  Facilitation Fishbowl Discussion |  Facilitation Barcamp |  Innovation Brainwriting |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | 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 loud voices or hierarchy distort the idea search, the method creates a quiet entry into joint development. It gives everyone thinking space and gathers contributions without social brakes, making diversity more visible and easier to build on. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Medium | Low |
Timedifferent | 45-90 min | Halber Tag bis 2 Tage | 15-30 min |
Participantsdifferent | 8-80 | 15-200 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions | Session Board, Session Notes, Community Learnings | Idea sheets, Expanded concepts, Prioritized list |
Tagsno overlap | FacilitationDialogueLarge group | FacilitationLarge groupLearning | BrainstormingCollaborationInclusionIdeas |
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