Brainstorming Learning Objectives To understand how brainstorming is used during process investigation To be able to conduct a brainstorming session
Brainstorming Process 1. Write the topic statement or question 2. Review general rules for brainstorming Go for quantity of ideas; do not censor your ideas or anyone else’s Record ideas as stated; do not edit—only clarify, if necessary Do not discuss or debate the merit of individual ideas
Brainstorming Process 3. Establish a time limit 4. Generate ideas until the time is up 5. Review and refine ideas