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Systems Thinking In Schools Level 1
Classroom and School Applications

This multiple day workshop will provide an introduction to Systems Thinking and its connections to other effective instructional practices. Using the tools of systems thinking, i.e. Behavior-Over-Time graphs, causal loop diagrams, stock/flow maps and models created with STELLA® software, participants will learn about, practice and adapt applications of systems thinking to standards-based teaching and school improvement strategies.

Location

Dates

Contact

Tucson, AZ 

2010

June 1-4
or

June 8-11    

Anne LaVigne

Coordinator
a.lavigne@watersfoundation.org

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registration information

Portland, OR

2010

July 12-16

or

August 9-13

Elizabeth Avila

Coordinator

eavila@pps.k12.or.us

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registration information

3 Graduate Credits Available

Systems Thinking for School Leaders - Level I

This learning opportunity will provide an introduction to systems thinking and its connections to critical leadership skills and school improvement efforts. During the workshop, participants will:

  • develop skills and knowledge in the use of systems thinking concepts and tools.
  • experience, practice, and discuss interactive, inquiry-based professional development and school improvement strategies.
  • use systems thinking tools to analyze complex issues and identify high leverage interventions.
  • develop and share a plan of application relevant to school leadership.

Location

Dates

Contact

  Portland, OR

Systems Approach to Instructional Leadership in Classrooms and Buildings

August 3-5, 20101

Elizabeth Avila

Coordinator

eavila@pps.k12.or.us
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Systems Thinking in Schools -Level II
Desi
gning & Assessing Instructional Strategies

This workshop builds upon the understanding of basics systems thinking concepts introduced in the prerequisite Level 1 course. Participants will meet once per month in a collaborative action learning process to address the following topics:

  • Design of applications
  • Reflective dialogue  about effective uses of systems thinking
  • Analysis of implementation results
  • Refinement of application
  • Documentation of results and learning

Location

Dates

Contact

Portland,  OR.           

2009-2010

First meeting September 26
Meets once a month for a total of 8 meetings - other dates to be determined by participants
2 graduate credits available

To register contact Elizabeth Avila

Coordinator

eavila@pps.k12.or.us

Systems Thinking in Schools-Level II

This two-day workshop will expand on understanding of systems thinking concepts and tools gained during Level I. Participants will build interconnected loops, create stock/flow maps, and use computer models and simulations.

Location

Dates

Contact

Tucson, AZ. 

2010
June 15-16

Anne LaVigne

Coordinator
a.lavigne@watersfoundation.org
 

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Introduction to Computer Modeling/Simulation-Level II

This 15-hour workshop will provide an introduction to dynamic computer modeling using STELLA software. Participants will:

  • create, run, and analyze simple models and pre-made simulations.
  • identify how creation of computer models would enhance understanding of curriculum standards.

Location

Dates

Contact

Tucson, AZ. 

2010
June 17-18

Anne LaVigne

Coordinator
a.lavigne@watersfoundation.org
 

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registration information

 

Learning Collaborative-Level II

The collaborative is an informal gathering of educators interested in applying systems thinking to their work. Meetings will focus on refining and reviewing systems thinking concepts and tools as an ongoing follow-up to Level I. Please bring student work, learning artifacts, lesson plans, new activities, questions and resources to share.

Location

Dates

Contact

Tucson, AZ.           

2010-2011
Sept. 7, Oct. 5, Nov. 16, Jan. 11, Feb. 8

4:30-6:30

Anne LaVigne

Coordinator
a.lavigne@watersfoundation.org
 

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registration information

For more information about STELLA® contact www.iseesystems.com



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