Book by Keith McCandless and Nancy White: “Liberating Structures (LS) are simple patterns that make it possible for individuals and groups to work together brilliantly. With a menu of 43+ open-source patterns, LS shift how people meet, plan, decide, and relate to one another, making it possible to include and engage many voices in shaping next steps and the future. LS Their minimal set of structural constraints to set groups free from conventional patterns that exclude, stifle, and over-control (like endless presentations, managed discussions, or unfocused brainstorming)…What’s New: Inside the Fieldbook
Sparkling New Visuals: Every structure features a sharp visual format and simple line drawings, making the microstructures and templates easy to follow, adapt, and share.
Expanded Repertoire: The LS menu has grown to 43 methods, introducing ten new, second-generation Liberating Structures to tackle modern challenges.
Integrated Online Practice: No more fragmented guides. Practical, field-tested instructions for both online and face-to-face facilitation are now embedded directly within every single structure.
Inclusive Design & Continuity: Learn how to co-design with your group. Master the art of composing strings, using short punctuations, and tracking multi-session progress with your participants, lifting off precisely where you left off.
The Deeper Why: We shine a brighter light on the 10 LS Principles and the complexity science concepts that underpin the repertoire—helping you bridge the gap between your espoused values and routine habits…(More)”
