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| Criterion | ![]() Systems Thinking Futures Wheel | ![]() Facilitation Open Space Technology | ![]() Facilitation Fishbowl Discussion |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | The Futures Wheel helps explore the consequences of a decision, a trend, or a strategic move in a structured way. It makes visible which first, second, and third-order effects could arise from an event. | 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. | 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. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | High | Medium |
Timedifferent | 60-120 min | 0.5-2 Tage | 45-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-10 | 20-500+ | 8-80 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Futures Wheel, Consequence Chains, Strategic Signals | Session Marketplace, Proceedings, Action Topics | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions |
Tagsno overlap | ForesightSystems thinkingSignals | FacilitationLarge groupAutonomy | FacilitationDialogueLarge group |
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