Ideation/Creativity

Ideation Session

This workshop accelerates design thinking with rapid prototyping and user validation. Teams generate, test, and refine solutions quickly. Methodologies maximize learning while minimizing risk.

Facilitation Script
Duration
4 days
Group Size
4-8
Category
Ideation/Creativity
Format
In-person
Participants will: - Master structured design processes for efficient problem-solving - Practice collaborative ideation and concept development techniques - Learn to validate assumptions through rapid user testing and feedback - Develop cross-functional collaboration and communication skills - Create testable prototypes that communicate design concepts effectively
This workshop will ensure your team: - Generates multiple innovative solution concepts - Prioritizes ideas ready for prototyping - Achieves alignment on problem definition and approach
9:00am-9:15am
BREAK 15 min
Introductions
9:15am-9:30am
BREAK 15 min
Icebreaker
9:30am-9:45am
Ideation/Creativity 15 min
Ideation Rules

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9:45am-10:15am
IDEO 30 min
IDEO - Brainstorm

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10:15am-10:45am
Gamestorming 30 min
6-3-5 Brainwriting

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10:45am-11:00am
Ideation/Creativity 15 min
Crazy 8s

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11:00am-11:15am
BREAK 15 min
Morning Coffee Break
11:15am-11:45am
Research 30 min
Affinity Diagramming

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11:45am-12:15pm
Remote Focused 30 min
How-Now-Wow

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12:15pm-12:45pm
IDEO 30 min
IDEO - Create A Concept

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12:45pm-1:00pm
BREAK 15 min
Next Steps/Daily Checkout

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For Facilitators

  • Review participant profiles and expectations
  • Prepare all materials and supplies
  • Test technology and room setup

For Participants

  • Complete pre-session survey
  • Review background materials
  • Prepare examples or case studies

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  • Large format paper (A1 or flip chart paper)

  • Sticky notes (multiple colors)

  • Sharpie markers (black, blue, red)

  • Fine-tip markers for detailed work

  • Pens and pencils for note-taking

  • Dot stickers for voting exercises

  • Masking tape for wall mounting

  • Workshop-specific templates and worksheets

  • Relevant industry examples and case studies

  • Laptops/tablets for digital work

  • WiFi access for online collaboration tools

  • Digital camera for documentation

  • Presentation projector/screen

  • Power strips and extension cords

  • Backup printed materials

  • Large wall space for posting materials

  • Moveable tables for group work

  • Comfortable seating for all participants

  • Natural lighting or adequate artificial lighting

  • Quiet environment free from interruptions

  • Temperature control for participant comfort

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  • Facilitator Guide (PDF)
  • Participant Workbook Template
  • Presentation Slides
  • Printable Materials

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