Cynefin Basecamp

An entry-level programme designed to be taught by third parties

Learning objectives

Virtual Cynefin® Basecamp is an immersive experience of complexity, introducing participants to the application of the Cynefin framework and its tools and methods through first-person participation. Currently offered in a highly engaging virtual environment, this course is a “must do” learning opportunity for those new to complexity and Cynefin®. For those who are well-read in the subject but want to refresh their knowledge, this course offers an opportunity to engage with others in learning about Cynefin practices in today’s context.

Overview

• Four 3-hour virtually facilitated sessions.
• Course pre-work and in-between session study: Video lectures, reading
• Available instructional languages: English/Spanish/Portuguese/Dutch/German (French in development)

Participants will:

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Session 1

The following methods and concepts are covered in Session 1:

• Anecdote circles
• Introduction to Complex facilitation
• 3 types of systems
• Introduction to Complex adaptive systems theory

Session 2

• Linear construction of Cynefin
• Cynefin contextualisation
• Introduction to Cynefin Framework Part I

Session 3

• Introduction to Cynefin Framework Part II
• Introduction to Theory of constraints
• Constraint Mapping

Session 4

• Liminal Cynefin
• Aporea and Confusion
• Cynefin Dynamics
• Bounded Aplicability
• Designing a portfolio of Safe-to-Fail probes
• Cases studies

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