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Relationship Mapping · Convergent Alignment

Argument map

Argument map is a relationship mapping exercise for convergent alignment: it helps participants compare options and move toward a shared decision.

5 to 15 minutesTIME
Small group (4-8)GROUP SIZE
ActiveENERGY
In personSETTING
High cognitive loadCOGNITIVE LOAD
Strengthens Problem Specificity This convergent alignment exercise strengthens Problem Specificity, one of the eight Gathering Effectiveness pillars.

How to run it

  1. Generate, collect, prune, and cluster all arguments for and against in a tree-shaped structure on a single A3 sheet of paper.
  2. Use the ] to chart weighted forces that direct change.
  3. The ] is originally conceived by the Argumentenfabriek.
  4. Use the \ ] to chart weighted forces that direct change.
  5. The \ ] is originally conceived by the Argumentenfabriek.
  6. Exempli gratiā Argument Map for Social Innovation (Dutch) Argument Map for Government Financing Independent Employment Advice (Dutch)
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Prompts to use +

Generate, collect, prune, and cluster all arguments for and against in a tree-shaped structure on a single A3 sheet of paper.

Use the ] to chart weighted forces that direct change.

Use the \ ] to chart weighted forces that direct change.

Exempli gratiā Argument Map for Social Innovation (Dutch) Argument Map for Government Financing Independent Employment Advice (Dutch)

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Adapt this exercise for my exact room. Exercise: Argument map. Readiness: Publishable Draft. Core moves: Generate, collect, prune, and cluster all arguments for and against in a tree-shaped structure on a single A3 sheet of paper.; Use the ] to chart weighted forces that direct change.; Use the \ ] to chart weighted forces that direct change.; Exempli gratiā Argument Map for Social Innovation (Dutch) Argument Map for Government Financing Independent Employment Advice (Dutch). Return a concise facilitator script with timing, wording, safety notes, and remote/in-person adjustments.

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