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| Criterion |  Knowledge Modeling Teach-back |  Knowledge Modeling Knowledge Mapping |  Knowledge Modeling Feynman Technique |  Operations After-Action Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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. | Knowledge Mapping makes knowledge, gaps, and transfer paths visible across a field. It fits when expertise should not just exist but also be findable and transferable. | The Feynman Technique checks understanding by explaining a topic so that it stays easy for others to understand. It makes knowledge gaps visible before they become costly in everyday work. | After missions or project phases with unclear outcomes, the method makes visible what actually happened and what can be learned from it. It separates course, effect, and causes so experience turns into solid improvement. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | Medium | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 5-20 min | 1-3 h | 20-60 min | 20-45 min |
Participantsdifferent | 2-8 | 3-12 | 1 | 3-12 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Async | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | Understanding Check, Clarification Notes, Learning Gaps | Knowledge Map, Critical Knowledge Areas, Transfer Plan | Plain-language Explanation, Knowledge Gaps, Study Notes | Lessons learned, Action items, Event summary |
Tagsno overlap | LearningUnderstandingCommunication | KnowledgeMappingRisk | LearningKnowledgeUnderstanding | LearningOperationsImprovement |