CF Large Group Intervention Methods 2

Question 1

Which large group method uses a 'minimum specification' principle, setting only essential constraints and leaving the rest to participant self-organization?

Accepted Answer

Open Space Technology

Answer

Open Space Technology operates on minimum specification: a theme, four principles, and one law, leaving all scheduling and content to participants.

Question 2

In a Future Search conference, what is the primary purpose of the 'common ground' phase?

Accepted Answer

To identify shared values and agreements that can serve as a foundation for action

Answer

The common ground phase surfaces shared values and agreements across diverse stakeholders to build a foundation for collaborative action planning.

Question 3

A facilitator using Whole Scale Change notices subgroups are producing redundant outputs. What design principle was likely violated?

Accepted Answer

Max-mix table groupings should have been used to ensure diverse perspectives

Answer

Whole Scale Change relies on max-mix tables — diverse cross-functional groups — so each table's output reflects the 'whole system' and redundancy is minimized.

Question 4

Which statement best describes the role of 'story' in an Appreciative Inquiry Summit?

Accepted Answer

Stories are used only during the Discovery phase to uncover peak experiences

Answer

In AI Summits, the Discovery phase uses personal stories of peak experiences as the primary data source to identify the organization's positive core.

Question 5

When designing a large group event for 300 participants across 30 tables, what is the most critical logistical factor that directly impacts method effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

Sound system quality that allows every voice to be heard in plenary

Answer

An effective sound system is critical because plenary sharing across large groups fails if participants cannot hear one another, undermining the 'whole system in the room' dynamic.

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CF Large Group Intervention Methods 2