differencemaps
Differencemaps are a conceptual tool used in various fields, particularly in psychology and systems thinking, to illustrate the distinction between two states or entities. They are not a formal, standardized technique with a rigid definition but rather a flexible way to highlight contrasts. A differencemap typically involves identifying key characteristics or attributes and then describing how these characteristics differ between the two subjects being compared.
The purpose of a differencemap is to promote understanding by making implicit or subtle differences explicit.
The construction of a differencemap usually involves a two-column format or a similar visual representation where