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The Clock and the Cat

Episode 9 - Experimental Finland

Feb 19, 2020
In this episode, Olli-Pekka Heinonen discusses the application of complexity thinking in the Finnish government. Topics include experimental initiatives like basic income, phenomenon-based education, and embracing complexity for improved effectiveness. He shares insights on utilizing complexity in government and television production, navigating challenges in government experimentation, and integrating subjects and competencies in Finnish education. The conversation also delves into behavior change challenges, warm data concept, contextualized activities, and leadership insights in Finland.
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Quick takeaways

  • Finland emphasizes complexity thinking in governance, encouraging experimentation and collaboration in policy-making.
  • Phenomena-based learning in Finland's education system promotes holistic understanding by tackling real-world issues across subjects, enhancing critical thinking skills.

Deep dives

Focus on Complex Problem-Solving in Finnish Government

In Finland, there's a strong emphasis on complexity thinking in governance. Oli Pekka discusses how complexity theory helped shift Finland's approach to policy-making, encouraging experimentation and collaboration across ministries. The government's focus on addressing wicked problems and fostering a whole-of-government perspective has led to increased trust among decision-makers.

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