I used to think...But now I think...
This activity encourages participants to reflect on their changing perspectives after a learning experience. It helps identify key insights and growth in opinions or attitudes related to the subject matter.
Come eseguirlo
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Arrange chairs in a circle or set up tables for smaller groups depending on the total number of participants.
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Ask participants to reflect on two prompts: 'I used to think...' and 'But now I think...' Write their thoughts down quietly.
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Give participants 2 to 5 minutes to complete their reflections, allowing more time for more extensive activities.
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After the reflection period, invite participants to share their thoughts with the group or smaller groups.
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Collect their insights on a flip chart or digitally to share later if desired.
Suggerimenti
Encourage honest and open sharing; remind participants that all opinions are valid.
Consider using anonymous sharing methods for larger groups to help facilitate openness.
Create a safe environment by setting ground rules for respectful listening and sharing.
Variazioni
You can adapt this method by focusing on different topics or using it as a check-in at the beginning of a session.
Casi d'uso
Domande frequenti
Quando usare I used to think...But now I think...?â–¾
Usa I used to think...But now I think... quando vuoi: team kickoff; retrospective closing; reflection after a training session; post-event debrief; discussion of a new initiative.
Quanto dura I used to think...But now I think...?â–¾
I used to think...But now I think... dura tipicamente da 5 a 15 minuti.
Per quanti partecipanti è adatto I used to think...But now I think...?▾
I used to think...But now I think... funziona meglio per gruppi di 4 o più persone.
Di quali materiali ho bisogno per I used to think...But now I think...?â–¾
I used to think...But now I think... non richiede materiali particolari — bastano i partecipanti e uno spazio.
Quanto è difficile facilitare I used to think...But now I think...?▾
I used to think...But now I think... è classificato come principiante — facile da facilitare anche senza esperienza precedente.
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