Liberating Structures are methods for facilitating group interaction and decision-making in a way that fosters creativity and productivity. They use simple structures to allow participants to shape direction and content as the process unfolds. This approach allows for individual brilliance and collective wisdom to come to the fore.
Liberating Structures are practical and effective in dealing with complex and diverse challenges. They aim to create a shared understanding of simple rules, like improv jazz, to foster freedom and creativity within a structure.
When to use
- To engage groups of any size and unleash their collective creativity and potential
- To structure interactions in a minimal and liberating way for better results
- To distribute control and empower participants to shape direction
- To tackle complex and interdependent challenges that cross boundaries
- To foster productive collaboration in a culturally diverse setting.
How to use
- Define the purpose and desired outcomes for the group interaction
- Choose a Liberating Structure that fits the purpose and desired outcome
- Explain the structure to the participants and guide them through the process
- Encourage equal participation and facilitate active engagement from all participants
- Reflect on the results and adjust the structure as needed for future interactions.
What you get
- Increased participation and engagement of all group members.
- Better collaboration and communication among team members.
- Improved decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Unleashing of individual and collective creativity and innovation.
- More effective and efficient use of time and resources in group settings.
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