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| Criterion |  Systems Thinking Systems Mapping |  Facilitation Barcamp |  Systems Thinking Leverage Points |  Facilitation Fishbowl Discussion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | Systems Mapping arranges elements, relationships, and boundaries so a complex field becomes legible at a glance. The overview stabilizes the overall picture before detail work or steering begins. | 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. | Leverage Points show exactly where interventions in a system produce a disproportionate effect. It draws relationships, patterns, and feedback loops. The result is captured as a leverage map and action strategy. | 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 | Medium | Medium | High | Medium |
Timedifferent | 1-3 h | Halber Tag bis 2 Tage | Half day | 45-90 min |
Participantsdifferent | 3-12 | 15-200 | 3-12 | 8-80 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | System Map, Dependencies, Leverage Points | Session Board, Session Notes, Community Learnings | Leverage Map, Action Strategy | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions |
Tagsno overlap | Systems thinkingMappingBoundariesChange | FacilitationLarge groupLearning | Systems thinkingChangeStrategy | FacilitationDialogueLarge group |