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| Criterion |  Knowledge Modeling IBIS |  Knowledge Modeling Feynman Technique |  Knowledge Modeling Teach-back |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | IBIS structures thinking about complex questions as a sequence of issues, ideas, and arguments. The method keeps discussions open without forcing them into premature consensus. | 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. | Teach-back checks whether an explanation actually got through to the other person. The method makes misunderstandings visible early and strengthens shared understanding in advisory and learning situations. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | 20-60 min | 5-20 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-8 | 1 | 2-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Issue Map, Positions, Argument Notes | Plain-language Explanation, Knowledge Gaps, Study Notes | Understanding Check, Clarification Notes, Learning Gaps |
Tagsno overlap | RationaleKnowledgeDecision | LearningKnowledgeUnderstanding | LearningUnderstandingCommunication |
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