A simple introduction to the basic concept of Appreciative inquiry.

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12. Adopted from David L. Cooperrider, Peter F. Sorenson, Jr., Diana Whitney, and Therese F. Yager (2000) “Appreciative Inquiry: Rethinking Human Organization Toward a Positive Theory of Change”, Stripes Publishing. DBishop Consulting Traditional Approach AI Approach “ Felt Need” Identify the Problem Appreciate & Value what the best is Analysis of Causes Envisioning what the “Best Might Be” Analysis of Possible Solutions Action Planning (Treatment) Dialoguing “What Might Be” Basic assumption – The organization is a Problem to be Solved Basic Assumption – The organization is a Mystery to be Embraced

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