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Thinking in systems

A Primer
Book • 2008
This book introduces readers to systems thinking, a critical skill for 21st-century life.

It explains how to understand and interact with complex systems, highlighting the importance of internal system structures and feedback loops.

The book is divided into sections on system structures and behavior, the relationship between systems and humans, and strategies for creating change within systems.

It aims to help readers develop a deeper understanding of systems to address global issues such as climate change, poverty, and social inequalities.

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