What, So What, Now What? WÂł
This method helps groups reflect on a shared experience by progressing through three stages: What happened, why it's important, and what actions should follow. It's designed to encourage understanding and coordinated action while minimizing conflict.
Comment l'animer
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Arrange participants in small groups of 5-7.
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Ask 'WHAT? What happened?' Allow individuals 1 minute alone, then 2-7 minutes in their small group to discuss.
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Have groups share key observations with the whole group.
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Ask 'SO WHAT? Why is that important?' Again, allow 1 minute alone, then 2-7 minutes in small groups.
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Collect emerging patterns and conclusions from each group.
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Ask 'NOW WHAT? What actions make sense?' Give 1 minute for individual reflection, followed by 2-7 minutes in groups.
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Discuss and collect proposed actions with the whole group.
Conseils
Ensure each group understands the questions clearly to avoid confusion.
Use examples to clarify.
Encourage groups to focus on unique and meaningful insights rather than repetitive lists.
Don't rush through the 'So What?' stage, as it's crucial for linking observations to actions.
Variantes
Use a talking object to slow down and deepen discussions. Consider adding a 'What If?' question to explore potential alternatives. Invite a small group to debrief in front of everyone for diverse perspectives.
Contextes d'utilisation
Questions fréquemment posées
Quand utiliser What, So What, Now What? WÂł ?â–ľ
Utilisez What, So What, Now What? WÂł lorsque vous souhaitez: Reflecting on a completed project to determine next steps.; Analyzing a recent event to understand its impact and implications.; Facilitating a team debrief after a significant change or challenge..
Combien de temps dure What, So What, Now What? WÂł ?â–ľ
What, So What, Now What? W³ dure généralement 45 minutes.
Pour combien de participants What, So What, Now What? WÂł convient-il ?â–ľ
What, So What, Now What? WÂł fonctionne mieux pour des groupes de 5 personnes ou plus.
De quels matériaux ai-je besoin pour What, So What, Now What? W³ ?▾
Pour animer What, So What, Now What? WÂł, vous aurez besoin de : Chairs, Paper, Flip chart, Talking object (optional).
Quel est le niveau de difficulté de What, So What, Now What? W³ ?▾
What, So What, Now What? W³ est classé intermédiaire — une certaine expérience en facilitation est utile.
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