Facilitation
Six Thinking Hats
Parallel thinking to separate perspectives
How Six Thinking Hats works
Activities separate different thinking modes for clearer analysis.
Phases of Six Thinking Hats
- White (Facts): Focus on objective data and information; participants present facts and figures without interpretation. This ensures everyone starts with a shared understanding of the available information.
- Red (Feelings): Participants express their emotions, intuitions, and gut feelings without needing to justify them. This allows for honest sharing of emotional responses to the topic.
- Black (Caution): Identify potential problems, risks, and weaknesses associated with the topic or proposed solutions. This helps to proactively address potential pitfalls and challenges.
- Yellow (Benefits): Explore the positive aspects, benefits, and value of the topic or proposed solutions. This encourages optimism and helps identify opportunities.
- Green (Creativity): Generate new ideas, possibilities, and solutions, encouraging creative thinking and brainstorming. This fosters innovation and exploration of alternative approaches.
- Blue (Process): Manage the thinking process, setting the agenda, summarizing conclusions, and ensuring the hats are used effectively. This provides structure and ensures the discussion stays focused and productive.
Design a session with Six Thinking Hats
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