Learning objectives for successive development stages of system dynamics competency
ISBN
978-1-935056-12-06
Type
conference paper
Date Issued
2013-07-23
Author(s)
Abstract
The system dynamics field has a need for defining what one needs to know and capable of doing to ne a system dynamicist. This paper builds on previous steps taken in order to elaborate a shared definition; it adopts the methodological orientation of stage-wise competency development from beginner to competent. It also uses Bloom's taxonomy - a widely accepted reference framework - to articulate an organized set of learning objectives. A Delphi process has been designed to exploit the knowledge and experience of a set of system dynamics experts use their contribution to obtain a clear statement concerning the learning objectives for beginners, advanced beginners, competent and proficient (practitioner). The resulting ordered and classified set of learning objectives is a necessary, though not sufficient, step towards a shared standard for system dynamics instruction and training. Building on it, standard activities and materials, as well as certification devices can be designed and developed.
Language
English
HSG Classification
contribution to scientific community
Refereed
Yes
Book title
Proceedings of the 31st International Conference of the System Dynamics Society
Publisher
System Dynamics Society
Publisher place
Albany, NY
Event Title
31st International Conference of the System Dynamics Society
Event Location
Cambridge, MA
Event Date
21.-25.07.2013
Subject(s)
Division(s)
Eprints ID
226468