A technique teams use to generate ideas on a particular subject Each person in the team is asked to think creatively and write down as many ideas as possible The ideas are not discussed or reviewed until after the brainstorming session
An idea-generating technique that uses group interaction to generate many ideas in a short time period Ideas are solicited in a non-judgmental, unrestricted manner from all members of a group
A group method of creative problem-solving frequently used in product concept generation There are many modifications in format, each variation with its own name The basis of all of these methods uses a group of people to creatively generate a list of ideas related to a particular topic As many ideas as possible are listed before any critical evaluation is performed (See Chapters 12 and 13 in The PDMA HandBook)
Problem -solving technique that can be used for planning purposes, risk identification, improvement efforts, and other project-related endeavors Participants are invited to share their ideas in a group setting, where no disapproving verbal or nonverbal behaviors are permitted The technique is designed to generate a large number of ideas by helping people to think creatively and allowing them to participate fully, without feeling inhibited or criticized by others
-method used to generate ideas on causes and possible solutions to process problems A brainstorming session usually involves a group of people getting together and listing ideas Analysis and commentary on ideas is held off until after the brainstorming session has concluded
A problem-solving technique that involves creating a list that includes a wide variety of related ideas Use the "Back" button to return to the ChicoRIO tutorial
A method to get ideas from persons who are potential contributors No criticism or discussion of ideas is allowed until all the ideas are recorded The ideas are critically reviewed after the brainstorming session
a technique that teams use to generate ideas on a particular subject Each person in the team is asked to think creatively and write down as many ideas as possible The ideas are not discussed or reviewed until after the brainstorming session
The activity of generating ideas or arguments for a piece of writing It involves writing down any ideas which come to mind, without censoring your thoughts You would then normally go on to select those which were most appropriate
Uses the interaction between a group of staff to generate new ideas and discuss existing problems It is the least structured of the fact-finding techniques
A technique for teams that is used to generate ideas on a subject Each person on the team is asked to think creatively and write down as many ideas as possible After the writing session, the ideas are discussed by the team
- A meeting to generate creative ideas At Michael J Motto Advertising, daily, weekly and bi-monthly brainstorming sessions are held by various work groups within the firm Our monthly I-Power brainstorming meeting is attended by the entire agency staff
A Problem Management technique used to quickly generate, clarify and evaluate a sizeable list of ideas, Problems, issues , themes, etc by documenting 'what we know' as a team, tapping the creative thinking of the team and getting everyone involved The technique is particularly useful in identifying possible causes when constructing a Cause / Effect Diagram
A group activity which allows people to generate ideas, raise questions, pose solutions, and reach agreement on issues concerning many individuals Topic areas: Governance, Staff Development and Organizational Capacity, Volunteer Management, Operations Management and Leadership
Learning strategy that stimulates thought and creativity and is often used in conjunction with group discussions The primary purpose of brainstorming is to generate as extensive a list as possible of ideas, thoughts or alternative solutions which focus on a specific topic or problem Brainstorming requires that participants have some background related to the topic