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DCU-Fuse: 24 Hour Online Collaborative Brainstorm
This document summarizes the results of a 24-hour online collaborative brainstorming event called DCU-Fuse held at Dublin City University. Over 32 separate conversations were held across four topics areas with participation from students, staff, alumni and external guests from 21 countries. Survey results found high levels of agreement that the platform allowed open discussion and input into the university's strategic planning process. The student union president praised DCU-Fuse for bringing large-scale town halls to the online environment and ensuring all opinions are heard in a transparent and inclusive manner.
DCU-Fuse: 24 Hour Online Collaborative Brainstorm
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- 8. 32 separate conversationsover four strands
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- 13. Academic Staff 22% Alumni 8% External Guests 10% Postgrad Student 5% Undergrad Student 24% Professional Staff 31% Who took part… 21Countries Average Time on Platform: 74 minutes
- 14. 56% 67% 70% 72% 78% 78% 84% I felt comfortableexpressing my opinion and providing input to an online discussion forum Participating in DCU Fuse was a good use of my time I understood how the conversations related to aspects of the strategic planning process at DCU The platform is a good way to solicit views and allow large groups of people to contribute to debates The topics covered a wide range of areas within the university in a transparent manner I found using DCU Fuse to be an interesting experience The conversation topics were relevant to my work/ study/ activity at DCU
- 15. "DCU-Fuse brought large-scaletown hall meetings to the 21st Century online environment. This level of commitment to ensuring all opinions are heard, is part of a holistic model everyone at DCU is proud of. By being self-reflective and inquisitive in this manner, all aspects of the student experience can be improved, creating an even better institution” (Niall Behan, Students' Union President)
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