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Relationship Mapping

Concept Route

Explain the objective of the activity and how the Concept Route will help visualize and connect ideas.

5 to 15 minutesTIME
Medium group (9-25)GROUP SIZE
ActiveENERGY
In person, RemoteSETTING
High cognitive loadCOGNITIVE LOAD
Strengthens Network Design This relationship mapping exercise strengthens Network Design, one of the eight Gathering Effectiveness pillars.

How to run it

  1. Explain the objective of the activity and how the Concept Route will help visualize and connect ideas.
  2. Provide a simple example of what a concept route might look like.
  3. Facilitate a brainstorming session to identify the main concepts related to the topic.
  4. Write each concept on sticky notes or digital elements.
  5. Guide the group in identifying central and secondary concepts, prioritizing their relevance.
  6. Invite participants to connect the concepts using arrows, lines, or visual narratives.
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Explain the objective of the activity and how the Concept Route will help visualize and connect ideas.

Provide a simple example of what a concept route might look like.

Facilitate a brainstorming session to identify the main concepts related to the topic.

Write each concept on sticky notes or digital elements.

Invite participants to connect the concepts using arrows, lines, or visual narratives.

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Adapt this exercise for my exact room. Exercise: Concept Route. Readiness: Publishable Draft. Core moves: Explain the objective of the activity and how the Concept Route will help visualize and connect ideas.; Provide a simple example of what a concept route might look like.; Facilitate a brainstorming session to identify the main concepts related to the topic.; Write each concept on sticky notes or digital elements.. Return a concise facilitator script with timing, wording, safety notes, and remote/in-person adjustments.

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