| A Skeptic's Guide to Computer Models (D-4101-1) |
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Author(s):
John D. Sterman
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Subject:
System Dynamics |
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From SDEP. A detailed description of computer modeling and of the advantages and limitations of several types of models, this paper examines some modeling techniques, focusing on their assumptions and possible implications of their application in foresigh |
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| A System Dynamics Approach to Rabbits (S-shaped growth) (D-4286) |
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Author(s):
Terri Duhon
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Subject:
System Dynamics |
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From SDEP. This paper studies S-shaped growth by examining the behavior of a rabbit population. Shows and explains a complete system dynamics model constructed for STELLA. |
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| An Introduction to Feedback (D-4691) |
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Author(s):
Leslie Martin
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Subject:
System Dynamics |
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From SDEP. Feedback is the process through which a signal travels through a chain of causal relations to re-affect itself. This paper will reinforce the general theory of feedback with multiple different examples in the form of exercises, which will invol |
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| Counterintuitive Behavior of Social Systems (D-4468-2) |
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Author(s):
Jay W. Forrester
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Subject:
System Dynamics |
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A paper introducing the concepts and applications of system dynamics. Forrester discusses social policies and their derivation from incomplete understandings of complex systems. Also appears as Chapter 14, pages 211-244, in author's Collected Papers 1975; |
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| Dynamic Simulation Models: How Valid Are They? (D-4463) |
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Author(s):
Raymond C. Shreckengost
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Subject:
System Dynamics |
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From SDEP. An outline of several tests that can be applied to a model to test its validity. From Road Maps 5. |
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| Getting Started: Five lesson plans to help teachers introduce System Dynamics to their students |
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Author(s):
Cathy Curry
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Subject:
System Dynamics |
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Five lesson plans, intended to complement the Road Maps series, which support the introduction of System Dynamics in the classroom. These five lesson plans are complete with class and homework assignments and will take teachers and students through the st |
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| Problems in Causal Loop Diagrams Revisited |
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Author(s):
George P. Richardson
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Subject:
System Dynamics |
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A discussion of the discrepancies which can result from the S (Same) and O (Opposite) notation commonly used to label links in word-and-arrow diagrams. |
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| Problems with Causal-Loop Diagrams (D-3312-1) |
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Author(s):
George P. Richardson
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Subject:
System Dynamics |
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A discussion of the difficulties in the traditional definitions of positive and negative links in causal-loop diagrams. Possible improvements are suggested. From Road Maps 4. |
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| Some Basic Concepts in System Dynamics (D-4894) |
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Author(s):
Jay W. Forrester
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Subject:
System Dynamics |
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In its full development, system dynamics is a discipline with the scope of science, education, law, engineering, or medicine. On the other hand, it is becoming clear that teachers in ordinary K-12 schools can make enough progress in two or three years to |
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| System Dynamics Meets The Press |
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Author(s):
Donella H. Meadows
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Subject:
System Dynamics |
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A narration of the experiences of a systems thinker and the struggle to introduce systems concepts into today's society. |
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