Brainstorming

What is brainstorming?

A creative process to generate ideas and solve problems in a relaxed, informal setting.

Why is brainstorming useful?

It helps generate diverse ideas and encourages creative problem-solving.

What is a key rule during brainstorming sessions?

No criticism of ideas is allowed to maintain a judgment-free atmosphere.

What does the term 'diversity' refer to in brainstorming?

Involving participants with different backgrounds and thinking styles to enhance idea generation.

What should participants do to prepare for a brainstorming session?

Name the problem, decide on participants, and prepare the necessary tools and techniques.

What is an advantage of individual brainstorming?

Participants can express their creativity without worrying about others' opinions.

What is one disadvantage of group brainstorming?

It requires tight management to prevent discussions from straying off-topic.

What technique involves asking negative questions to generate ideas?

Reverse Brainstorming.

What does the S.C.A.M.P.E.R. acronym stand for?

Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to Another Use, Eliminate, Reverse.

What is the 'Step-Ladder technique'?

An approach to brainstorming that gradually adds participants while fostering contributions.

What is the importance of a judgment-free atmosphere in brainstorming?

It encourages participants to share wild and creative ideas without fear of criticism.

What is 'brainwalking'?

A technique that involves moving around the room to generate ideas collaboratively.

What are 'Six Thinking Hats'?

A method to evaluate ideas from different perspectives: White, Red, Black, Yellow, Green, Blue.

What is 'brainwriting'?

A quiet brainstorming technique where participants write down ideas individually before sharing.

Why is setting a time limit important in brainstorming?

It encourages focused thinking and can increase the quantity of ideas generated.

What is one approach to increase idea generation?

Online brainstorming.

What is 'Crawford’s Slip Writing Approach'?

Participants write down ideas individually before discussing them as a group.

What does a 'Decision Matrix Analysis' help with?

Prioritizing ideas based on predefined criteria to make informed decisions.

What is a 'Warm-up Activity' in brainstorming?

An initial exercise to encourage participants to think creatively and get comfortable.

What is the purpose of branching in brainstorming?

To explore various aspects and details of a central idea or problem.

What is the ideal group size for effective brainstorming sessions?

Groups of 5 to 7 participants.