Guess the Number
The activity uses jars filled with small objects like candies, beans, or small pieces to encourage group analysis, reflection on strategies, and informed decision-making.
How to run it
- A transparent jar filled with small objects (e.g., candies, beans, marbles).
- Optional variations: jars of different sizes, objects of various colors or sizes.
- Sheets or cards for participants to write down their estimates.
- Optional: calculator or spreadsheet to calculate averages.
- Place the jar in a visible spot for all participants.
- Arrange seats in a circle or semicircle to encourage interaction during the group discussion.
- Participatory Methods Guess the Number Guess the Number is a participatory activity designed as a simple and practical introduction to the Delphi prediction method.
- Demonstrate how accuracy improves through repetitive and collaborative approaches.
- Prepare the materials: A transparent jar filled with small objects (e.g., candies, beans, marbles).
- Set up the space: Place the jar in a visible spot for all participants.
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Sheets or cards for participants to write down their estimates.
Place the jar in a visible spot for all participants.
Arrange seats in a circle or semicircle to encourage interaction during the group discussion.
Participatory Methods Guess the Number Guess the Number is a participatory activity designed as a simple and practical introduction to the Delphi prediction method.
Demonstrate how accuracy improves through repetitive and collaborative approaches.
Prepare the materials: A transparent jar filled with small objects (e.g., candies, beans, marbles).
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Adapt this exercise for my exact room. Exercise: Guess the Number. Readiness: Publishable Draft. Core moves: Sheets or cards for participants to write down their estimates.; Place the jar in a visible spot for all participants.; Arrange seats in a circle or semicircle to encourage interaction during the group discussion.; Participatory Methods Guess the Number Guess the Number is a participatory activity designed as a simple and practical introduction to the Delphi prediction method.. Return a concise facilitator script with timing, wording, safety notes, and remote/in-person adjustments.
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