| 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 Computer Models To Apply Concepts In Math (D-4326-1) |
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Author(s):
Tad T. Sudnick |
Subject:
Math |
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This paper advocates applying math knowledge in a high school science classroom on the premise that science and math should be taught together and that computer modeling is an extremely effective means of doing so. |
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| Use of Gaming as a Tool in Education: Resources for Teachers |
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Author(s):
Dennis Meadows |
Subject:
Implementation |
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A partial list of a variety of materials that may be helpful to teachers interested in using games to supplement other methods for conveying the principles and tools of systems thinking. |
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| Tips for Using System Dynamics Tools |
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Author(s):
Catalina Foothills School District |
Subject:
Implementation |
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From CFSD. This paper includes tips for using behavior-over-time graphs, causal loops diagrams and stock/flow maps. It is an excellent reference. |
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| Thinking Systemically about Common Core Mathematical Practice Standards: |
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Author(s):
Jeff Potash |
Subject:
Implementation |
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As a starting point for discussion, the author proposes a reinforcing feedback loop to answer the question, "Can the mathematics standards be organized to support systems thinking and learning?" |
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| The Story of Charles: Introducing Systems Thinking Tools to the Harris School |
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Author(s):
Robert Kalman |
Subject:
Implementation |
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A school principal discusses how using systems thinking tools may help schools to move in more productive, useful directions in response to difficulties. |
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| The Shape of Change: Stocks and Flows |
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Author(s):
Rob Quaden, Alan Ticotsky, & Debra Lyneis |
Subject:
Cross-Curricular |
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This book builds on lessons developed in "The Shape of Change," Students learn why things change, using stock/flow diagrams as a tool to give them a way to visually represent and examine the causes of change.
Complex Systems Connection: Some lessons in the Shape of Change series can be used to illustrate specific characteristics of complex systems. Please see individual lessons for more information. |
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Link to the file: http://www.clexchange.org/shapeofchange/
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| The Shape of Change Models |
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Author(s):
Jeff Potash, & John Heinbokel |
Subject:
Cross-Curricular |
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These are the models that accompany The Shape of Change lessons.
Complex Systems Connection: Some lessons in the Shape of Change series can be used to illustrate specific characteristics of complex systems. Please see individual lessons for more information. |
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| The Shape of Change |
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Author(s):
Rob Quaden, Alan Ticotsky, & Debra Lyneis |
Subject:
Cross-Curricular |
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Eleven hands-on lessons/activities that promote critical thinking, teamwork and dialogue.
Complex Systems Connection: Some lessons in the Shape of Change series can be used to illustrate specific characteristics of complex systems. Please see individual lessons for more information. |
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Link to the file: http://www.clexchange.org/cleproducts/shapeofchange.asp
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| The In and Out Game: A Preliminary System Dynamics Modeling Lesson |
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Author(s):
Alan Ticotsky, Rob Quaden, & D. Lyneis |
Subject:
Implementation |
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Prepared with the support of the Gordon Stanley Brown Fund. The In and Out Game is a preliminary system dynamics modeling lesson for kindergarten and primary grade students which is also adapted for use with upper elementary and middle school students. Young students learn about stocks and flows by physically moving into and out of the group of players in the game. |
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