The Journalistic Six - Who What When Where Why How
This method utilizes six essential questions to develop and explore ideas comprehensively. By addressing who, what, when, where, why, and how, participants dive deep into their topic, encouraging diverse viewpoints and thorough analysis.
How to run it
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Pose the question 'Who?' to identify the main actors involved and their relationships to the issue.
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Ask 'What?' to clarify the actions that should take place and the essence of the idea.
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Discuss 'When?' to understand the timing and potential delays of the actions.
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Inquire about 'Where?' to pinpoint locations related to the topic and explore other relevant places.
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Examine 'Why?' to uncover the purpose of actions and decisions made by the actors.
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Conclude with 'How?' to detail the methods or processes behind the actions or ideas.
Tips
Encourage participants to think critically about each question and provide detailed responses.
Use visual aids, such as whiteboards or sticky notes, to map out the answers collectively.
Allow sufficient time for group discussions to derive richer insights from each question.
Variations
This method can be adapted for different contexts by modifying the questions to focus on specific goals or challenges relevant to the group.
Where it fits
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Frequently asked questions
When should I use The Journalistic Six - Who What When Where Why How?â–¾
Use The Journalistic Six - Who What When Where Why How when you want to: team brainstorming; project planning; problem-solving session; strategic discussion; creative writing workshop.
How long does The Journalistic Six - Who What When Where Why How take?â–¾
The Journalistic Six - Who What When Where Why How typically takes 30 minutes.
How many participants does The Journalistic Six - Who What When Where Why How work for?â–¾
The Journalistic Six - Who What When Where Why How works best for groups of 1 or more.
What materials do I need for The Journalistic Six - Who What When Where Why How?â–¾
The Journalistic Six - Who What When Where Why How requires no special materials — just participants and a space.
How difficult is The Journalistic Six - Who What When Where Why How to facilitate?â–¾
The Journalistic Six - Who What When Where Why How is rated intermediate — some facilitation experience is helpful.
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