Harrison Owen shared stories of the power of not knowing, love and open space to the attendees of the annual Opening Space for Peace and High Performance. Delivered January 13 2024. For more information about Open Space Technology, the Open Space Institute-U.S., or about this annual event, visit https://osius.org.
DESCRIPTION: 📖 Looking to organize large, complex meetings? Open Space Technology is an efficient way to facilitate meetings with five to a thousand participants. This hands-on guide offers practical and detailed strategies on what to do before, during, and after Open Space events, written by the originator of the method.
TIMESTAMPS: ⌚ 00:00 Introduction ⌚ 01:00 Open Space Technology ⌚ 01:29 Effective problem-solving with Open Space Technology ⌚ 02:12 Open Space Technology Essentials ⌚ 03:17 Optimal Participation in OST Meetings ⌚ 03:46 Organizing Effective Open Space Technology Events ⌚ 08:03 Open-Space Technology ⌚ 08:32 Facilitating Open Space: The Role and Responsibilities of a Great Facilitator ⌚ 09:34 Setting up a Successful Group Meeting ⌚ 10:35 Final Recap
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Complex times? Open space and celebrate life!We happily invite you to re-connect and go deep into open space inBilbao, Basque Country / Zabalgune EraikinaWednesday, September 28 to Friday, September 30, 2022We are Gune Irekiaren Lagunak (Open Space Friends from the Basque Country), a dedicated group of professionals and people interested in Open Space. We have been meeting and working with Open Space since 2010, convening local OSonOS and hosting an open space e-mail group with about 300 participants. We are happy to reconnect and celebrate Open Space – and Life – after two years of uncertainty and disconnection!This is the annual “gathering of the tribe.” All who are in touch with Open Space Technology – sponsors, facilitators, participants, clients, scientists – are invited, with extra space for the unexpected guests! Come share your stories, Sing and dance, laugh and cry, or float silently as a butterfly, taking it all in.Join us early, just before the WOSonOS, on Monday and Tuesday, September 26-27, for an Open Space conversation on “Complex times: how do we go ahead in collaborative ways?” Register for WOSonOS for details on this early gathering.RegistrationClick here for our very short registration form and for details on how to pay. Then invite your friends and colleagues. You can download some posters in several languages! You can also find the updated invitation text in Euskera/Basque, English and Spanish. Email questions to WilbaOS@protonmail.comHow to get to Bilbao?Look here for complete information on planes, train, bus or car. Some are already planning to come through the Pyrenees by motorbike!Let us know if you want to share your travel to Bilbao with other participants so that we can try to connect you.Do you need help with getting a Visa? Let us know well in advance, please!Where to stay in Bilbao?We are asking different hostels and hotels (Iturrienea; LaTroupe Bilbao,… ) for special offers. We will also ask our friends in Bilbao to host at home for free (ask us or fill in this sheet soon, please, and we’ll find you a place). Other possibilities include: CouchSurfing, Home Exchange and Airbnb.What are the costs?It takes 190 € per participant to cover all costs. If you can contribute more,to help us help colleagues with less income attend, we welcome it.If you can contribute less or anything over zero, register anyway and pay what you can.That’s ok. Open Space is about bringing together those who want to contribute, learn and share.How to make your contribution and/or learn more?Please send your contribution to this account at the Triodos Bank:Eleder Aurtenetxe PildainIBAN: ES97 1491 0001 2930 0014 7148SWIFT Code: TRIOESMMXXXWe’ll soon add other ways (PayPal, Stripe,…) to contribute. You can also hand deliver your contribution at the event.If you have dietary, mobility or any other needs, contact us by email: WilbaOS@protonmail.comJoin us in Bilbao and thank you for spreading the word! Aurrera GiGi Mundiala ;-)!Peru Calabaza Sabán; Idoia Azkorra; Iñigo Retolaza; Unai Gaztelu; Diego Aldasoro; Gentza Eleder Aurtenetxe on behalf of Gune Irekiaren Lagunak WilbaOS@protonmail.com (+0034) 638.733.223We are grateful toLisa Heft (http://www.openingspace.net); Juan Luis Walker (https://www.espacioabierto.net); Harold Shinsato (https://shinsato.com); Open Space Institute – U.S. (https://osius.org); Karolina Iwa (http://karolinaiwa.com);Thomas Herrmann (https://openspaceconsulting.com); Jo Töpfer (https://www.boscop.org/en/boscop/jo-toepfer); André Baken; Mark Carmel; Tonnie Van der Zouwen (www.tonnievanderzouwen.com); Gerardo de Lutzemberger (https://www.loci.it/genius-loci/deluz); Michael M Pannwitz (mmp; https://www.openspaceworldmap.org/worker/michael-m-pannwitz); Cecilia Soriano; Peggy Holman (https://peggyholman.com); Allie Middleton (https://alliemiddleton.com) ; Carol Daniel Kasbari; April Jefferson (https://openspacemindset.substack.com/); Christine Koehler (http://christine-koehler.fr): Raffi Aftandelian; Eugenio Moliní (https://molini.eu); André Baken; Tova Averbuch (www.tovaaverbuch.com) and many more colleagues forhelping us designing Wosonos 2022 and spreading the word all over the world!“The company as an organism” image by dgray_xplane is licensed under Attribution-NoDerivs 2.0 Generic (CC BY-ND 2.0)
DESCRIPTION: 📖 "Looking for a proven and cost-effective way to plan and run successful meetings with up to 1000 people? Open Space Technology: A User's Guide is the answer. Learn from the creator of this flexible and rapidly-applied strategy, with practical step-by-step guidance to before, during and after every OST event."
TIMESTAMPS: ⌚ 00:00 Introduction ⌚ 01:16 Open Space Technology ⌚ 02:17 Building Collaboration with Open Space Technology ⌚ 03:03 Unleashing Passion and Responsibility in Open Space Technology ⌚ 03:53 Engaging OST Participants ⌚ 04:17 Creating Productive Discussions: Open Space Technology ⌚ 05:22 Open Space Technology ⌚ 05:57 Maximum Potential in Open Space ⌚ 06:50 Setting up for success ⌚ 08:07 Final Recap
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In this video, Harrison Owen discusses the chaos that is disrupting the order we take for granted and begins to create a new order and a different world.Harrison has been saying much the same thin…...
Summary: In this episode, Jeff, Mike and Matt delve deep into the concept of Open Space Technology, an approach to facilitate ad hoc discussions among large groups of people with the aim of solving complex problems. They cover the fundamental principles, methodologies, and real-world applications of Open Space, touching upon its adaptability and effectiveness in various organizational contexts.
Closing: Jeff, Mike and Matt conclude the session by reflecting on the transformative potential of Open Space Technology when applied correctly and the necessity of adopting a flexible, open-minded approach for optimal results. They emphasize its relevance and adaptability across various fields and scenarios. The session ends with a reminder of the agility and creativity inherent in Open Space, encouraging listeners to consider it for their complex, pressing challenges.
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Resources Open Space Technology is key to my work. Making it available to others is part of my practice. Here are some resources that I use. What is Open Space? It is a philosophy, practice and process that enables groups of any size to come together around complex, important issues and accomplish something meaningful. About Open Space TechnologyFrom Open Space World, a resource of the Open Space community Tools for Opening Space Before an Event Checklist of tasks to consider Sample invitations Elevate Engagement or any of the Journalism That Matters events through the years Choosing a space Budget items for an event Multilingual principles and law Day of the Event Checklist for the DayWhen people stop by and offer to help, this list of signs and a room layout make it easier to hand them a task. Video of me opening a spaceFilmed at Leadership in a Self-organizing World by Harold Shinsato.At 7:00 minutes in is the explanation of the four principles and the law. Opening Space: An OutlineOpening space for the first time? Here’s a summary of what I say to get you started. Session Host ResponsibilitiesWith large groups, I find a sheet for session hosts reminds them to actually do their notes. It is a place to collect the names of participants and provide a link to where to post notes. Endings for an Open Space Event After the Event Sample proceedings Website: Elevate Engagement PDF: World Open Space on Open Space 2016 Stories of Opening Space Good Work for 2,100 Colombian Street KidsThis story is told from the point of view of an Open Space practitioner in service to others who might be contemplating a large OS event. A Conversation about the Arts in Washington StateThe Washington State Arts Commission did a series of 20 Open Space gatherings around the state to create a widely embraced strategic plan. Reflections on the Evolution of Collective Wisdom: From the Experience of Spirited Work from 1999-2005by Anne StadlerFor many of us — me included — the Spirited Work community was instrumental in moving our thinking from Open Space Technology as a good way to hold meetings to a philosophy and life practice. Anne shares her story of the experience. Journalism That Matters: A Continuing StoryWhat does it take to change a social system? Journalism that Matters is an initiative that began in 2000 and continues to gain momentum. Some points along the way: JTM Beginnings Journalism that Matters: An Emerging Cultural NarrativePublished in the Spring/Summer 2009 issue of Kosmos Journal The current Journalism That Matters web site More Resources for Opening Space Doing an Open Space event – 2 page primer by Anne StadlerSometimes the best action after an open space is to do another one! Here’s a “quick reference guide” created by Anne Stadler. The Role of the Open Space Facilitator by Michael HermanWritten years ago, Michael captured the practical tasks of getting ready. Tools for Opening SpaceFrom a 2004 workshop on OST, I offer some tools to make life easier for every Open Space Practitioner. Open Space Institute (US) The Open Space Institute (US), along with other OSIs in the world, holds the space for open space. It is dedicated to: * Mutual support and connection * Mentoring and being mentored * Learning and Research It was created to grow the common experience of open space: that inspired behavior can be an everyday experience and that humanity is limited only by its perceptions of the possible. Open Space listservJoin this community of practitioners to ask questions, tell stories and generally increase our collective understanding of Open Space. World Wide Open Space Web SiteThis site has a wealth of resources on Open Space. Open Space World MapOS has been used in more than 120 countries. Here’s the picture and some information on practitioners around the world. Open Space Videos Of the many videos available, these are my favorites. Open Space Technology: Facilitation of a complex business issueMostly visual, it makes the process clear. (1:57) Art of Hosting – Open SpaceHear from participants and facilitators. (3:10) Empowering Communities Through Conversation: How do entrepreneurship and diversity intersect?Created by The Gazette Company, this video tells the story of an Open Space through the eyes of two reporters. (4:44) U S West Open SpaceHear from Harrison Owen, creator of Open Space, and participants of a multi-day, 200-person meeting. (16:06) Books Open Space Technology: A User’s Guide,Third Edition by Harrison Owen, Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2008. The Change Handbook, Second Edition by Peggy Holman, Tom Devane, and Steven Cady, Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2007 Engaging Emergence: Turning Upheaval into Opportunity by Peggy Holman, Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2010
This timeline is being constructed by Mags Amond, to clarify the origins, essence, context, and milestones in the evolution of TeachMeet to date. Mags is constructing the timeline as part of a PhD research project at Trinity College, Dublin.
by Harrison OwenThe Requirements of Open SpaceOpen Space Technology requires very few advance elements. There must be a clear and compelling theme, an interested and committed group, time and a place, and a leader. Detailed advance agendas, plans, and materials are not only un-needed, they are usually counterproductive. This brief User’s Guide has proven effective in getting most new leaders and groups off and running. While there are many additional things that can be learned about operating in Open Space, this will get you started. Some material has been included here which also appears in the book in order to present a relatively complete picture.THE THEME — Creation of a powerful theme statement is critical, for it will be the central mechanism for focusing discussion and inspiring participation. The theme statement, however, cannot be a lengthy, dry, recitation of goals and objectives. It must have the capacity to inspire participation by being specific enough to indicate the direction, while possessing sufficient openness to allow for the imagination of the group to take over.There is no pat formulation for doing this, for what inspires one group will totally turn off another. One way of thinking about the theme statement is as the opening paragraph of a truly exciting story. The reader should have enough detail to know where the tale is headed and what some of the possible adventures are likely to be. But “telling all” in the beginning will make it quite unlikely that the reader will proceed. After all, who would read a story they already know?THE GROUP — The group must be interested and committed. Failing that, Open Space Technology will not work. The key ingredients for deep creative learning are real freedom and real responsibility. Freedom allows for exploration and experimentation, while responsibility insures that both will be pursued with rigor. Interest and commitment are the prerequisites for the responsible use of freedom. There is no way that we know of to force people to be interested and committed. That must be a precondition.One way of insuring both commitment and interest is to make participation in the Open Space event completely voluntary. The people who come should be there because they want to be there. It is also imperative that all participants know what they are getting into before they arrive. Obviously they can’t know the details of discussions that have yet to take place. But they can and should be made aware of the general outlines. Open Space is not for everybody, and involuntary, non-informed participation is not only a contradiction in terms, it can become very destructive.This raises the obvious question of what to do with those people whom you want to involve, but who, for whatever reason, do not share your desire. There are two possibilities. The first is to schedule two sessions, and trust that the first one will be so rewarding that positive word of mouth testimony will draw in the recalcitrant. The alternative is to respect the wishes of those involved. In the final analysis it remains true that genuine learning only takes place on the basis of interest and commitment, and there is absolutely no way to force any of that.The size of the group is not absolutely critical. However, there does seem to be a lower limit of about 20. Less than 20 participants, and you tend to lose the necessary diversity which brings genuine interchange. At the upward end of the scale, groups of 400 work very well, and there is no reason to believe that number could not be increased.SPACE — The space required is critical, but need not be elaborate or elegant. Comfort is more important. You will need a room large enough to hold the entire group, with space to spare in which the participants may easily move about. Tables or desks are not only unnecessary, but will probably get in the way. Movable chairs, on the other hand, are essential.The initial setup is a circle with a large, blank wall somewhere in the room. The wall must be free from windows, doors, drapes, and with a surface that permits taping paper with masking tape. The wall should also be long enough so that the total group may stand before it, and never be more than three to four deep. The center of the circle is empty, for after all we are talking about Open Space.If the room is very large, additional break-out areas may not be required, but they are always helpful. Best of all is the sort of environment in which there is an abundance of common space. If you are going to use a conference center or hotel, find one with plenty of conversation nooks, lobbies, and open grounds, where people may meet and work undisturbed, and without disturbing others.TIME — The time required depends on the specificity of result you require. Even a large group can achieve high levels of interaction combined with a real sense of having explored the issues in a matter of eight hours. However, if you want to go deeper than that, reaching firm conclusions and recommendations (as would be the case for strategic planning or product design), the time required may stretch to two or three days.More important than the length of time is the integrity of the time. Open Space Technology will not work if it is interrupted. This means that “drop-ins” should be discouraged. Those who come must be there at the beginning, and stay for the duration if at all possible. By the same token, once the process begins, it cannot be interrupted by other events or presentations. These might come before or afterwards, but never in the middle.The Basic StructureAlthough it is true that an Open Space event has no pre-determined agenda, it must have an overall structure or framework. This framework is not intended to tell people what to do and when. Rather, it creates a supportive environment in which the participants can solve those issues for themselves. Minimal elements of this framework include: Opening, Agenda Setting, Open Space, and Conclusion.
open space Bring together a group of folks, empower them to blaze their own trail, create just enough structure to ensure progress, and hit the Start button – that’s Open Space Technology, a style of self-organized “un-conference” that reflects the spirit and ethos of Agile. Organizational consultant Harrison Owen originated Open Space in the mid-80s, after he observed--during a conference he had organized--that most of the really meaningful conversations and active learning seemed to take place outside of the formal presentations. Since then, groups of 5 to 2000 members across a host of disciplines have used Open Space meetings to address complex and varied themes from how to build a software product to how to deliver aid to Africa. In the practice of Open Space, participants gather together with only a stated “Theme” and a minimal framework. Their goal is to build the conference they want to attend: Individuals propose sessions they’d like to lead, or sessions they’d like to see someone else step up and lead. Through the alchemy of self-organization, a schedule emerges, composed of sessions people feel passionate about pursuing. Like Agile itself, Open Space Technology is built on a set of guiding principles and can appear deceptively simple at first glance — a phenomenon familiar to any scrum practitioner. As noted in Open Space World, “...while Open Space is known for its apparent lack of structure and welcoming of surprises, it turns out that the Open Space is actually very structured – but that structure is so perfectly fit to the people and the work at hand, that it goes unnoticed in its proper role of supporting (not impeding) best work." Here’s How it Works In the practice of OST, the event is formally Opened and Closed... the magic happens in the “open space”. Opening the Space During the initial session of the Gathering, the facilitator “opens the space”. All participants attend and sit in a large circle or concentric circles. The facilitator begins by introducing Open Space and explaining the Principles, the Law of Mobility & Responsibility, other aspects of Open Space, and how they all integrate to create an environment for self-directed learning. The Four Principles: Whoever comes are the right people. Whatever happens is the only thing that could. It starts when it starts. It’s over when it’s over. The Law of Mobility and Responsibility (also known as the “Law of Two Feet”): “If you are not learning or contributing where you are, find a place where you can learn or contribute.” Creating the Sessions When the introduction is over, the facilitator explains how to create sessions and then invites participants (you!) to present sessions they would like to convene. All you need to do is come forward and talk briefly (less than a minute) about your proposed session. There are many types of sessions possible and you don’t need to be an expert to convene. For instance, you might propose a session about: a question or topic you want information about a concept to be developed or idea to discuss a tool or technique you’d like to explain a problem that needs solving an experience, lessons learned, best practices to share. After announcing your proposal, you’ll select a time and location for the session from the available options and post a session notice on the wall. Since there will be more sessions introduced than anyone can remember, the session postings need to state clear intentions. Be sure to include words like help, share, need, explain, discuss, present, etc. A posting like “How we were successful with TDD” or “What tools can help with TDD” is likely to draw a more focused group than “TDD Talk”. The Marketplace When there are no more sessions to propose, the Market Place process begins. Participants move to the wall to browse the posted sessions (the Marketplace), and sign up to show interest (not commitment) in attending. While people mill around and discuss what they might want to attend, hosts may combine or reschedule their sessions. People leave the Marketplace whenever they are ready - the space and time are now open for holding sessions. Check the Marketplace frequently - session hosts may update the Marketplace at any time during the Open Space. Existing sessions may be moved only by the session host; new sessions may be added by posting a notice in an open time/location. Closing the Space All participants come together again in a circle for the Closing. As the last session of the gathering, the Closing includes a time for thinking about and/or proposing action going forward that will put into practice the energies and insights that emerged from sessions. We conclude by sharing reflections about the Open Space experience. To learn more about the history and practice of Open Space Technology, see: Open Space World Open Space Technology: A User’s Guide Third Edition by Harrison Owen
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