Unit name | Complex Systems: Organisational Learning and Change |
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Unit code | EDUCM5923 |
Credit points | 20 |
Level of study | M/7 |
Teaching block(s) |
Academic Year (weeks 1 - 52) |
Unit director | Professor. Davis |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
None |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | School of Education |
Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Law |
This unit will provide students with an understanding of the theory and practice of systems thinking. It will investigate the use of models to explore and make interventions and challenge students to reflect critically on the worldviews underlying these models. Key concepts of purpose process and performance will be demonstrated and exploration will be made of the use of various forms of systems models, including hierarchical process models and systems dynamics to demonstrate how shared understandings of organisations emerge.
Aims:
On completion of the unit students will be able to:
The principal method of learning and teaching in this unit will be through dialogue in plenary and group sessions. Examples of artefacts, texts and technology will be used to link theoretical reflection with practical application.
The needs of a wide range of students, including those with disabilities, international students and those from ethnic minority backgrounds have been considered. It is not anticipated that the teaching and assessment methods used will cause disadvantage to any person taking the unit. The Programme Team is happy to address individual support requests as necessary.
Summative assessment for the unit will be on the basis of a 4,000 word (or equivalent portfolio of evidence) assignment which will assess students critical understanding of the literature and their ability to apply the concepts and theories explored to their own professional practice including the use of models where necessary.