CDASA I ;SATS|2023/24 UPDATE|GRADED A+

CDASA I; SATS
What are the 4 foundational Structured Analytic Techniques - correct answer Idea Generation

Argument Mapping

Four Ways of Seeing

Key Assumptions Check



What is Idea Generation - correct answer introduces creativity into analysis



Idea Generation Mind Mapping - correct answer Creates visualization of ideas connected to topic in tree-
style diagram.



Mind Mapping Best Practice - correct answer Use in early stages to develop topics, relevant subquestions
in framing/knowledge review



Idea Generation Domain Heuristics - correct answer Categorical thinking and structured brainstorming to
introduce relevant topics and broader perspective; 6 sub domains STEEPM



Idea Generation Starbursting - correct answer Focuses on 5Ws & H to generate list of relevant topics and
ideas



Idea Generation Application Driver Identification - correct answer structured brainstorming to identify
change agents



Idea Generation Application Indicators/Sign Posts - correct answer Generated by considering what would
tell the analyst when one scenario/outcome is more likely over others



What are 6 Parts of an Argument - correct answer Claim

Grounds

Warrant

Backing