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| Criterion | ![]() Innovation How Might We | ![]() Facilitation Lean Coffee | ![]() Knowledge Modeling Peer Instruction | ![]() Facilitation Fishbowl Discussion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | With a stuck problem carrying many implicit assumptions, the method translates observations into open, workable questions. It sharpens the problem frame without pre-thinking the solution, turning frustration or fuzziness into a search space with clear direction. | When a group without a fixed agenda needs to get into useful conversations quickly, Lean Coffee structures the start around interests rather than a presentation. The group itself negotiates which topics get time first and which wait. | 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 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 | Low | Low | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 30–45 min | 30-90 min | 10-20 min je Frage | 45-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 1-10 | 3-20 | 6-50 | 8-80 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | HMW Questions, Challenge Framing, Idea Prompts | Prioritized Topics, Discussion Notes, Action Items | Concept Questions, Vote Results, Learning Notes | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions |
Tagsno overlap | FramingOpportunityIdeationQuestions | FacilitationAutonomyDialogue | LearningDialogueFacilitation | FacilitationDialogueLarge group |



