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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Polarity Mapping |  Systems Thinking Soft Systems Methodology |  Facilitation Barcamp |  Facilitation Open Space Technology |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | Polarity Mapping makes tensions between two opposing poles tangible, such as standardization and adaptation or control and autonomy. The method guards against making apparent either-or decisions prematurely. | Soft Systems Methodology helps explore unclear or politically charged problems systematically. Instead of forcing a quick answer, the method builds a shared understanding of perspectives and room for action. | 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 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. |
Complexitydifferent | Medium | High | Medium | High |
Timedifferent | 1-2 h | 0.5-3 Tage | Halber Tag bis 2 Tage | 0.5-2 Tage |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 5-15 | 15-200 | 20-500+ |
Formatsame | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Polarity Map, Warning Signs, Balance Actions | Rich Picture, Root Definitions, Conceptual Models, Change Agenda | Session Board, Session Notes, Community Learnings | Session Marketplace, Proceedings, Action Topics |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingTradeoffsLeadership | Soft systemsComplexitySensemakingSystems thinking | FacilitationLarge groupLearning | FacilitationLarge groupAutonomy |