| Thinking Systemically about Common Core Mathematical Practice Standards: |
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Author(s):
Jeff Potash |
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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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| Thinking about Drinking: What are the Effects of Drinking Alcohol |
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Author(s):
Jeff Potash |
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Cross-Curricular |
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The purpose of this simulation is to increase awareness of potential effects of alcohol on the body over a 12-hour period. The simulation provides students and adults an opportunity to see what happens over time after the consumption of alcohol. |
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Link to the simulation: http://www.clexchange.org/curriculum/simulations/alcohol_simulation.asp
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| The Shape of Change Models |
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Author(s):
Jeff Potash, & John Heinbokel |
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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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| Systemic Planning |
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Author(s):
Ralph Brauer, John Heinbokel, & Jeff Potash |
Subject:
Implementation |
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Insights and discussion about the development of a basic outline model focusing on student performance. |
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| MUSINGS ON SOCIAL STUDIES AND SYSTEM DYNAMICS: Thinking Systemically |
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Author(s):
Jeff Potash, & John Heinbokel |
Subject:
Social Studies |
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This second article poses the question, "How can we effectively use system dynamics to build social studies curricula to meet those two goals?" These ideas have evolved over years of working with students, most recently with Rob Skiff within the middle- |
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| MUSINGS ON SOCIAL STUDIES AND SYSTEM DYNAMICS: LINKING |
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Author(s):
Jeff Potash, & John Heinbokel |
Subject:
Social Studies |
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This is the first of three articles that explores building system dynamics tools and perspectives into the K-12 social studies curricula. This article begins with a "big picture" perspective in identifying goals that are shared by the two fields and that |
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| History and Biology of Smallpox: A General Introduction to the Epidemic Spread of Disease |
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Author(s):
John Heinbokel, & Jeff Potash |
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Cross-Curricular |
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This series of case-studies developed by the Waters Center for System Dynamics examines the dynamics and impacts of such epidemics primarily through the lens of one specific disease --smallpox.
Complex Systems Connection: Separate Cause and Effect.
For some illness/disease, symptoms appear long after initial infection. Sometimes people travel great distance while infected because they are unaware of the infection. Medical "detectives" faced with an epidemic must understand how the infection spreads and how quickly. Delays in the system make this more difficult. |
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| Dollars and Sense Lesson 7 |
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Author(s):
Jeff Potash, & John Heinbokel |
Subject:
Cross-Curricular |
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Lesson 7 from "Dollars and Sense: Stay in the Black: Saving and Spending," a Personal Finance Curriculum. In developing an understanding of how the pieces of our economic system work together, students should start with a deepened understanding of their own finances. This set of lessons focuses on core saving and spending systems that shape the outcomes of personal financial decisions. Future modules will link these saving and spending concepts with other important elements of personal finance (investment, credit, debt, and human capital).
Complex Systems Connection: Short and Long Term Conflicts.
Managing money, in personal finances or in running a business, often involves setting both short-term and long-term goals. Sometimes goals are in conflict between these timeframes, such as spending now versus saving/investing for future financial well-being. |
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Link to the simulation: http://www.clexchange.org/curriculum/dollarsandsense/lesson7.asp
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| Dollars and Sense Lesson 6 |
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Author(s):
Jeff potash, & John Heinbokel |
Subject:
Cross-Curricular |
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Lesson 6 from "Dollars and Sense: Stay in the Black: Saving and Spending," a Personal Finance Curriculum. In developing an understanding of how the pieces of our economic system work together, students should start with a deepened understanding of their own finances. This set of lessons focuses on core saving and spending systems that shape the outcomes of personal financial decisions. Future modules will link these saving and spending concepts with other important elements of personal finance (investment, credit, debt, and human capital).
Complex Systems Connection: Short and Long Term Conflicts.
Managing money, in personal finances or in running a business, often involves setting both short-term and long-term goals. Sometimes goals are in conflict between these timeframes, such as spending now versus saving/investing for future financial well-being. |
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Link to the simulation: http://www.clexchange.org/curriculum/dollarsandsense/lesson6.asp
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| Dollars and Sense Lesson 5 |
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Author(s):
Jeff Potash, & John Heinbokel |
Subject:
Cross-Curricular |
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Lesson 5 from "Dollars and Sense: Stay in the Black: Saving and Spending," a Personal Finance Curriculum. In developing an understanding of how the pieces of our economic system work together, students should start with a deepened understanding of their own finances. This set of lessons focuses on core saving and spending systems that shape the outcomes of personal financial decisions. Future modules will link these saving and spending concepts with other important elements of personal finance (investment, credit, debt, and human capital).
Complex Systems Connection: Short and Long Term Conflicts.
Managing money, in personal finances or in running a business, often involves setting both short-term and long-term goals. Sometimes goals are in conflict between these timeframes, such as spending now versus saving/investing for future financial well-being. |
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Link to the simulation: http://www.clexchange.org/curriculum/dollarsandsense/lesson5.asp
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