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| Criterion |  Knowledge Modeling PARA Method |  Facilitation Open Space Technology |  Facilitation Barcamp |  Knowledge Modeling Peer Instruction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | The PARA Method organizes knowledge into Projects, Areas, Resources, and Archives. It creates order when digital notes, files, and tasks no longer cleanly fit current work. | 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 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. | Peer Instruction uses group thinking to clarify difficult terms or concepts faster. The method combines individual reflection with social correction and shared precision. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | High | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h Setup, laufend | 0.5-2 Tage | Halber Tag bis 2 Tage | 10-20 min je Frage |
Participantsdifferent | 1 | 20-500+ | 15-200 | 6-50 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | PARA Structure, Project Notes, Knowledge Archive | Session Marketplace, Proceedings, Action Topics | Session Board, Session Notes, Community Learnings | Concept Questions, Vote Results, Learning Notes |
Tagsno overlap | KnowledgeProductivityOrganization | FacilitationLarge groupAutonomy | FacilitationLarge groupLearning | LearningDialogueFacilitation |