Brainwriting • WorkshopBank
Brainwriting • WorkshopBank is an ideation warm-up exercise for divergent ideation: it helps participants open up more possible ideas before choosing a direction.
How to run it
- Prepare brainwriting worksheets in advance. Each sheet should have a grid with rows equal to the number of rounds you plan to run (typically 5 or 6) and three columns.
- Write the problem statement or question at the top of each worksheet. Make it specific enough that people know what to write about but open enough to allow creative responses.
- Arrange seating so participants can pass sheets to their neighbour (a circle or around a table works best).
- Have spare pens and blank worksheets ready in case of mistakes.
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Prompts to use +
Prepare brainwriting worksheets in advance. Each sheet should have a grid with rows equal to the number of rounds you plan to run (typically 5 or 6) and three columns.
Write the problem statement or question at the top of each worksheet. Make it specific enough that people know what to write about but open enough to allow creative responses.
Arrange seating so participants can pass sheets to their neighbour (a circle or around a table works best).
Have spare pens and blank worksheets ready in case of mistakes.
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Adapt this exercise for my exact room. Exercise: Brainwriting • WorkshopBank. Readiness: Publishable Draft. Core moves: Prepare brainwriting worksheets in advance. Each sheet should have a grid with rows equal to the number of rounds you plan to run (typically 5 or 6) and three columns.; Write the problem statement or question at the top of each worksheet. Make it specific enough that people know what to write about but open enough to allow creative responses.; Arrange seating so participants can pass sheets to their neighbour (a circle or around a table works best).; Have spare pens and blank worksheets ready in case of mistakes.. Return a concise facilitator script with timing, wording, safety notes, and remote/in-person adjustments.
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