| Using Model Mysteries in the Classroom |
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Author(s):
Rachel Molenaar |
Subject:
System Dynamics |
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I’ve used the Model Mysteries lessons in my precalculus class every year, and I’d like to share my plans and supporting documents so that other teachers can more easily implement these powerful and entertaining lessons in their own classrooms. |
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| Using Stella to Understand Debt |
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Author(s):
Rachel Molenaar |
Subject:
Math |
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I created a lesson using a series of models in the online version of Stella (ISEE Systems) to help my students better understand the relationship between debt, interest rates, and payments. My goal was to increase their comprehension of the pitfalls of credit card debt in particular, and also introduce them to building stock-and-flow models and interpreting graphs to answer questions. |
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| Using Systems Thinking to Develop Literacy Skills |
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Author(s):
Brian Bindschadler |
Subject:
Conference |
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In this session, participants will explore various ways to use systems tools to increase deep thinking and literacy in the classroom. We will focus on developing the Habits of a Systems Thinker using the Iceberg Visual, Behavior-Over-Time Graphs, and Stock-Flow diagrams. These tools can be used in any level classroom—from preschool through high school—and beyond. Each tool will be “unpacked” with explanations and examples, and participants will have opportunities to develop their own applications for these powerful literacy tools. |
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| Using Systems Thinking to Improve Interdisciplinary Learning Outcomes: Reflections on a Pilot Study in Land Economics |
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Author(s):
Leah Greden Mathews , & Andrew Jones |
Subject:
Research |
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Abstract: Systems thinking is an inquiry-based method of learning that uses the technique of perspective-taking, fosters holistic thinking, and engages in belief-testing. This paper describes a pilot study in an undergraduate Land Economics course that investigated how systems thinking could be used to facilitate the process of interdisciplinary integration. Results suggest that systems thinking is well suited for this purpose. |
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| Using Systems Tools In Music Class |
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Author(s):
Andrew Frankhouse, & with Alan Ticotsky |
Subject:
Cross-Curricular |
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At Innovation Academy Charter School (IACS) in Tyngsborough, MA, music teacher Andrew Frankhouse uses systems tools in creative and perhaps unexpected ways. Behavior-over-time graphs (BOTGs) help students analyze and appreciate different pieces of music, and visualize graphically how aspects of compositions develop. Andrew also uses feedback loops to help students understand the business of music. |
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| Using Systems Tools to Improve Literacy |
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Author(s):
Alan Ticotsky |
Subject:
English |
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The natural fit between systems thinking and a class named "Critical Thinking and Reading" (CTR), taught by Mired Orpen, has been made operational at the Innovation Academy Charter School in Tyngsborough, MA. This short article explains how it is done and what it accomplishes. |
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| Visual Tools for Student Projects: Communicating Critical Thinking |
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Author(s):
Creative Learning Exchange |
Subject:
Cross-Curricular |
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This booklet is designed to help teachers and students create and complete all kinds of projects (in science and other curricula) which clearly show and explain the critical thinking incorporated within the project. |
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| What Behaviors Are Desirable in Students Creating System Models? A Step before Assessment. |
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Author(s):
Diana Fisher, & Tim Joy |
Subject:
Implementation |
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This presentation attempts to take one step back from the assessment issue and determine what the authors feel are desirable traits in a student or student group who has chosen to study problems from a systems perspective. |
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| What Effects Does Raising the Minimum Wage Have on a Business? |
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Author(s):
Danny Green, & Alan Martin |
Subject:
Student Work |
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A 1999 SyMBowl finalist paper. This paper discusses a model developed to demonstrate the future effects, help or harm, to a business if the minimum wage is raised. |
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| What It's Like to Be a Pioneer: Interedisciplinary, Naturally. |
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Author(s):
Debra Lyneis |
Subject:
Implementation |
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Prepared with the support of the Gordon Stanley Brown Fund. Jay Forrester has suggested that we could speed the spread of learner-centered-learning and system dynamics in K-12 education by sharing tales of "what it’s like to be a pioneer." It might help others who are starting out, or just curious, to know about other teachers’ experiences, positive student outcomes, pitfalls, political issues, responses of administrators and fellow teachers, student and parent feedback, triumphs and tribulations. This paper presents one such vignette |
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