Reflect, Recognize, Adapt: Improving feedback structures in Group Model Building u sing SCRUM retrospectives A n explorat ory study of the integration of SCRUM retrospectives in the group model building methodology
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2023-09-06
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This inductive explorative research delves into the novel integration of SCRUM
retrospectives, derived from Agile methodologies, into the Group Model Building (GMB)
process. GMB, a participatory modelling method used for complex problem solving,
benefits from SCRUM retrospectives' iterative and reflective nature. Our study unveils
how SCRUM retrospectives enhance GMB by fostering iterative reflection By fostering
iterative reflection, retrospectives empower participants to candidly share insights,
increasi ng openness in dialogue and idea exchange. The retrospective s encourage
equitable participation, enabling diverse perspectives to contribute effectively, thus
enhancing equity in decision making. The study involved running two Group Model
Building (GMB) sessions. In the first session, a retrospective was included . However, in
the second session, the retrospective was not included Thematic analys i s of data collected
through interviews and field observations , reveals that there is merit to using
retrospectiv es in GMB. This study offer s a holistic perspective on leveraging SCRUM
retrospectives to advance collaborative problem solving and decision making in GMB
settings.
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Faculteit der Managementwetenschappen