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| Criterion | ![]() Systems Thinking Polarity Mapping | ![]() Facilitation Troika Consulting | ![]() Facilitation Open Space Technology | ![]() Knowledge Modeling Peer Instruction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | When someone needs to sort out a concrete work problem, Troika Consulting offers fast peer consulting with a tight focus. The method brings perspectives together without taking responsibility out of the person's hands. | 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. | 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 | Low | High | Medium |
Timedifferent | 1-2 h | 30-45 min | 0.5-2 Tage | 10-20 min je Frage |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 3-30 | 20-500+ | 6-50 |
Formatsame | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Polarity Map, Warning Signs, Balance Actions | Advice Notes, Next Actions, Peer Insights | Session Marketplace, Proceedings, Action Topics | Concept Questions, Vote Results, Learning Notes |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingTradeoffsLeadership | FacilitationCoachingLearning | FacilitationLarge groupAutonomy | LearningDialogueFacilitation |



