open · Problem Solving, Team Building, Strategy · 180–240 min · 3-20 people · medium energy

Co-Creation Session Design & Facilitation

This method guides students or teams through designing, preparing, and facilitating a co-creation session with diverse stakeholders to address real-world challenges. It emphasizes creating a safe and inclusive environment for collaborative problem-solving and innovation.

When to use Co-Creation Session Design & Facilitation

Use this method when you need to engage diverse stakeholders in a collaborative process to generate innovative solutions or make informed decisions on a complex issue.

What it solves

Lack of stakeholder buy-in, siloed thinking, ineffective collaboration, inability to translate ideas into action.

How to run Co-Creation Session Design & Facilitation, step by step

  1. Form teams of 3-4 students and provide each team with a co-creation session preparation form. (5 mins)
  2. Teams complete the preparation form, defining the session's goals, target stakeholders, and activities. (20 mins)
  3. Teams peer review each other's forms, focusing on stakeholder representation and clarity of objectives. (20 mins)
  4. Facilitate a group discussion on guidelines for creating a safe, inclusive, and open collaborative space. (15 mins)
  5. Teams divide tasks for organizing the session (scheduling, materials, invitations, location). (30 mins)
  6. Teams create an evaluation form to gather feedback on the session's effectiveness. (30 mins)
  7. Teams facilitate the co-creation session, adapting the plan as needed. (90 mins)
  8. Stakeholders complete the evaluation form. (10 mins)
  9. Students write individual reflections on their role in the session. (45 mins)
  10. Conduct a guided group reflection, providing constructive feedback to each other. (45 mins)

Materials needed

  • Co-creation session preparation form
  • Evaluation form template
  • Guidelines for a safe learning environment
  • Timer
  • Whiteboard or flip chart

Facilitator tips

  • Emphasize the importance of psychological safety and active listening.
  • Encourage students to be flexible and adapt the session plan as needed.

Common pitfalls

  • Stakeholder interests are not clearly defined, leading to unfocused discussions.
  • The session lacks a clear purpose, resulting in a lack of engagement.

Variations

  • Adapt the session length and activities to fit the specific context and objectives.
  • Use different icebreaker activities to foster a sense of connection and trust.

Running it online or hybrid

Use breakout rooms for team work and a shared online whiteboard for collaborative form completion and discussion.

What it produces

A well-designed co-creation session plan, stakeholder evaluation forms, and a post-session reflection report.

Origin

Adapted from Transition Makers Toolbox — source

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