Design StoryBoards
Design StoryBoards is a method for creating a detailed and visual plan to guide group interactions and achieve a clear purpose. It helps in organizing the necessary microstructures, participation, and facilitation elements for successful implementation.
How to run it
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Gather a design team to create a detailed interaction plan, using visual cues to clarify the purpose.
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Arrange an open wall with tapestry paper or flip-chart pages, and have Post-its and a storyboard template ready.
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Ensure all participants have equal opportunities to contribute to the design process.
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Use rapid cycles of discussion (1-2-All or 1-All) to clarify the purpose and assess current methods.
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Brainstorm alternative microstructures and select the most suitable ones for achieving the purpose.
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Document all decisions on the storyboard and plan for evaluation using questions like 'What, So What, Now What?'
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If necessary, plan further meetings to refine or advance the design.
Tips
Encourage iterative design processes and work in pairs or small groups to enhance creativity.
Visual elements like icons and sketches can help in quickly building a shared understanding.
Always allocate sufficient time for the design process to avoid frustration later.
Variations
This method can be adapted to map ethnographic observations or use pie charts to balance goals. It can be scaled up for large projects by involving more diverse participants.
Where it fits
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