Make viewpoints and doubts visible

Dilemma

QandR's Dilemma method is a powerful way to get the conversation going. The facilitator presents two extremes and invites participants to use their phones to take a position on the scale between them.

Because participants do not choose their position in one go, but can shift it smoothly along the axis, a nuanced picture emerges. Not only does it show where someone stands, but also how certain they are of that position. Doubt, hesitation and movement are just as much a part of the whole.

On the main screen, you can see at a glance how the group relates to the dilemma and to each other. It is precisely the differences, shifts and intermediate positions that provide valuable starting points for further exploration. As a facilitator, you can ask follow-up questions and focus the discussion on the considerations behind the choices — where it gets really interesting.

The Dilemma can now also be set no-peer influence! See our feature updates!

Watch a video below where we demonstrate how the dilemma works.

Groupsize

One’s own dot/color is directly identifiable. Room for discussion on each dot. Nuance because dots may keep moving during discussion.

Takes more time to identify one’s own dot/color. Clear insight into popularity of viewpoints. They can also be discussed.

The horizontal axis becomes a heatmap with accents. Let people selectively have their say.

Pros

  • Flexible and multi-purposed.
  • Easy to set up.
  • Real-time movement increases focus.
  • Clear insight into the distribution of perspectives.
  • Intuitive way of responding uncovers doubt and hesitation.
  • Playful interaction, also in large groups.
  • Cons

  • Interaction may take getting used to.
  • May be somewhat messy in large groups.
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