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| Criterion |  Knowledge Modeling Teach-back |  Architecture Architecture Decision Record |  Operations ALPEN Method |  Architecture Architecture Communication Canvas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | 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. | An ADR permanently records an architecture decision with context, trade-offs, and consequence. It creates continuity for later changes because the decision path stays traceable. | With an overloaded day full of too many tasks, a realistic picture of the day emerges. The method connects estimating, deciding, and buffer thinking so planning fits available energy and time. | The Architecture Communication Canvas plans architecture communication so the right people receive the right message. The method turns technical complexity into deliberate communication design. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Low | Low | Medium |
Timedifferent | 5-20 min | 15-45 min | 10-20 min daily | 60-120 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-8 | 1-3 | 1 | 2-8 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Async | Async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Understanding Check, Clarification Notes, Learning Gaps | ADR File, Decision Log, Rationale | Daily Plan, Time Estimates, Review Notes | Communication Canvas, Stakeholder Messages, Architecture Communication Plan |
Tagsno overlap | LearningUnderstandingCommunication | ArchitectureRationaleDocumentationGovernance | PlanningTime managementProductivityOperations | ArchitectureCommunicationStakeholdersCanvas |