Beyond Systems Thinking: Navigating Complexity
Learn to address complex global challenges using hybrid science and design approaches in this introductory course.
Learn to address complex global challenges using hybrid science and design approaches in this introductory course.
Explore innovative approaches to tackle complex global issues like climate change and economic inequality. This course, part of the "Designing Resilient Regenerative Systems" series, combines scientific analysis with design thinking to foster transformative action. You'll develop critical perspectives on systems thinking, learn to navigate complexity, and understand concepts like resilience and circularity. Through real-world case studies and practical exercises, you'll gain tools to become an effective change agent in your region. The course emphasizes holistic worldviews, embracing uncertainty, and connecting with nature and community. You'll engage in virtual learning, physical activities, and social interactions to deepen your understanding and application of systemic innovation. By the end, you'll be equipped to lead transformative change towards a more regenerative future.
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What you'll learn
Develop a critical understanding of systems thinking and complexity management
Master the "view from above" technique for navigating complex systems
Gain practical skills in social network analysis for design in complex environments
Understand and apply concepts of circular economy across various scales
Explore systemic innovation through real-world case studies
Engage in practical, place-based learning through "Systemic Cycles" and "Gigamapping"
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Module Description
This course explores advanced concepts in systems thinking and complexity management. It covers critical perspectives on traditional systems approaches, techniques for navigating complex environments, and practical applications of resilience theory. Participants learn about social network analysis, circular economy principles, and systemic innovation strategies. The course integrates theoretical knowledge with real-world case studies from various European regions, offering a comparative understanding of sustainability transitions. It emphasizes hands-on learning through virtual content, physical engagement in nature, and collaborative mapping exercises. The curriculum is designed to develop participants' capacity to lead transformative change and contribute to regenerative practices in their local contexts.
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Systems-Oriented Designer and Architect
Justyna Swat is a systems-oriented designer and trained architect currently serving as a lecturer at the École nationale supérieure de création industrielle (ENSCI–Les Ateliers) in Paris. She is the founder of TinyLabs, a design initiative focused on innovative solutions for sustainability, and a design associate at the MonViso Institute, a real-world laboratory dedicated to sustainability transitions and regenerative design. Swat holds a strong commitment to informed design for innovation and systems change, utilizing technology and science to support creative problem-solving. Since 2014, she has been actively involved in teaching at ENSCI–Les Ateliers, where she shares her expertise in design thinking and sustainable practices. Her work emphasizes the importance of collaboration across disciplines to address complex challenges in contemporary society. Additionally, she initiated POC21, a hardware innovation camp for climate solutions during the UN’s COP21 Summit in Paris, bringing together a diverse group of makers and designers to prototype sustainable technologies. Through her multifaceted approach to design and education, Justyna Swat aims to foster positive impact and navigate the complexities of modern environmental issues.
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Advocate for Regenerative Design and Sustainability
Daniel Christian Wahl is a prominent author, consultant, educator, and activist known for his work in regenerative design and sustainability. He holds a Ph.D. in Natural Design and has dedicated his career to catalyzing transformative innovation in the face of converging crises. Wahl is the author of the influential book Designing Regenerative Cultures, which presents a framework for creating cultures and systems that actively contribute to ecological and social regeneration. His extensive experience includes teaching capacity-building workshops on sustainability issues and advising various organizations, including the United Nations Institute of Training and Research (UNITAR) and the British Government's UK Foresight.
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