

Exploring the inconvenience of systems thinking
80 snips Feb 7, 2025
Dive into the fascinating world of systems thinking with a humorous twist! Explore how interconnectedness shapes our education, workplace well-being, and even community theater. Discover the power of playful engagement in understanding systems through interactive activities. Challenge conventional ideas of success and economic growth, introducing 'donut economics' for a balanced approach. Lastly, rethink the purpose of education to foster engaged, relational individuals in society. It’s a profound take on how we all fit into the vast web of life!
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Systems Thinking Simplified
- Systems thinking means noticing relationships and connections within a whole.
- Each element's role and interconnections create a system with a functional purpose larger than individual parts.
Fragmented Education Limits Learning
- Education systems are fragmented, teaching in isolated subject silos.
- This fragmentation disconnects learning from real life's interconnectedness, limiting student understanding.
Nostrils Game Demonstrates Systems
- They play a role-specific game illustrating parts of the respiratory system.
- This shows how each part's health impacts the whole system's well-being.