Sociometric Exploration
A physical mapping technique from psychodrama where people position themselves in space to reveal social and relational structures within a group. Unlike surveys, the physical positioning makes connections visible to everyone simultaneously. Used to reveal experience levels, connections, agreements, and diversities in a group quickly and engagingly.
Cómo ejecutarlo
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Create a physical criteria or spectrum in the room (e.g. 'years of experience in this field': 0 years on one side, 20+ years on the other).
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Invite participants to position themselves on the spectrum. No talking — just move.
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Once positioned, participants look around: who is near them? Who is far away? What surprises them?
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Ask 1–2 people at different points to share briefly why they placed themselves there.
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Run 3–4 different spectrums or groupings in sequence.
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Debrief: what did the group learn about its diversity and composition?
Consejos
Start with light, factual spectrums (years of experience) before moving to more nuanced ones (level of excitement about this project).
Physical movement energises and the visual map reveals information that surveys cannot.',
Variaciones
Use star clustering: pose a question and people cluster around a corner of the room representing their answer. Run as an anonymous choice (eyes closed) for sensitive topics.
Casos de uso
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