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Idea & Concept Development

This method helps groups work together to generate and develop creative ideas. It is adaptable for various contexts, focusing on fostering teamwork and open-mindedness during the ideation process.

Duration
1h–2h
Group size
2–40 people
CCBY-SA 4.0

How to run it

  1. 1

    Divide participants into teams of 4 to 6.

  2. 2

    Clearly state the purpose of the ideation session based on your objectives.

  3. 3

    Present key principles for effective ideation to guide the participants.

  4. 4

    Encourage participants to aim for quantity over quality in their initial brainstorming.

  5. 5

    Promote active listening and building on each other's ideas.

  6. 6

    Allow time for teams to refine and develop their best concepts.

  7. 7

    Share ideas with the larger group for feedback and further inspiration.

Tips

  • Create a supportive environment where all contributions are valued.

  • Emphasize the importance of divergent thinking to unlock creativity.

  • Use visuals or prompts to stimulate idea generation.

Variations

This method can be scaled over multiple sessions to allow for deeper exploration and development of ideas.

Where it fits

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Method descriptions on Workshop Weaver are original content written by our team, based on established facilitation practices. This method was inspired by work from SessionLab. Licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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