Scientists in Open Space

Andrew Rixon andrew at babelfishgroup.com
Thu Aug 5 15:07:23 PDT 2010


Hi Suzanne,

 

With scientists being such creative people, I've found that they really get
into Open Space...

 

Here's one article I've written describing more about one experience...

 

http://www.babelfishgroup.com/files/Measuring%20a%20successful%20meeting.pdf


 

And... In terms of hurdles and client/sponsor trepidation... Here's a little
tool that was topped off with a great discussion with Viv McWaters...

 

It provides an entry point into some different conversations...

 

http://www.babelfishgroup.com/blog/?p=254 

 

Hope this helps!


Warm regards,
Andrew

 

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From: OSLIST [mailto:OSLIST at LISTSERV.BOISESTATE.EDU] On Behalf Of Suzanne
Daigle
Sent: Friday, 6 August 2010 3:42 AM
To: OSLIST at LISTSERV.BOISESTATE.EDU
Subject: [OSLIST] Scientists in Open Space

 

Hi everyone!

 

Over the past few months I have been working with a Sponsor connected with
international scientists. She is passionate about inviting people to have
new conversations around how we "do" science; how science is funded; the
future of science and education; and the emerging trends leading into the
next era of science. The goal is to experientially engage  a highly diverse
group of participants (scientists, policy makers and change agents) in ways
that  invite self-organization, collaboration and shared leadership - as
opposed to how people interact in your typical conference.  Nationally and
internationally, science faces many urgent challenges not unlike the system
breakdowns that we see in so many areas. Certainly there is a sense that the
basic ingredients for an Open Space are there not the least of which real
issues of concerns, high levels of complexity, diverse groups, great
urgency.  That said, the Sponsor feels a certain degree of trepidation about
how independent-minded, self-directed scientists might respond to Open
Space. Not a new question for any of us I know. 

 

It would be helpful if you could share any experiences you've had working
with Scientists, globally or nationally.   

Which sectors?  Themes? Context?  Hurdles? How did it go overall? 

 

Any and all insights appreciated. Will send you buckets of smiles and
sunshine from Florida in return. 

 

Suzanne



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