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| Criterion | ![]() Facilitation Timeline | ![]() Facilitation Open Space Technology | ![]() Facilitation Fishbowl Discussion | ![]() Knowledge Modeling Peer Instruction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | When a project, incident, or change process is only remembered in fragments, Timeline brings the sequence back into a readable form. It makes turning points, precursors, and after-effects recognizable over the course of time. | 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. | 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. | Peer Instruction uses group thinking to clarify difficult terms or concepts faster. The method combines individual reflection with social correction and shared precision. |
Complexitydifferent | Low | High | Medium | Medium |
Timedifferent | 30-90 min | 0.5-2 Tage | 45-90 min | 10-20 min je Frage |
Participantsdifferent | 2-12 | 20-500+ | 8-80 | 6-50 |
Formatdifferent | Workshop + async | Workshop | Workshop | Workshop |
Outputdifferent | Timeline, Milestones, Insight Notes | Session Marketplace, Proceedings, Action Topics | Discussion Insights, Observed Tensions, Follow-up Questions | Concept Questions, Vote Results, Learning Notes |
Tags1 shared | TimelineFacilitationSequence | FacilitationLarge groupAutonomy | FacilitationDialogueLarge group | LearningDialogueFacilitation |



