Description
Using a systems perspective shows that the world is created of interrelated forces. When we think in these terms, we can expand our capabilities to create the results within an organization that is desired -- where new patterns are created, new paths are nurtured, and a learning organization is created. In this assignment, learners will look at the basic characteristics of systems thinking, determine how these characteristics relate to organizations, and discuss components of a learning organization. Research about how systems thinking is currently used will be essential to the successful completion of this assignment.
General Requirements:
Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:
• Instructors will be using a grading rubric to grade the assignments. It is recommended that learners review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment in order to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.
• Doctoral learners are required to use APA style for their writing assignments. The APA Style Guide is located in the Student Success Center.
• This assignment requires that at least two additional scholarly research sources related to this topic, and at least one in-text citation from each source be included.
Directions:
Write a 1,000-1,250-word paper that discusses the concept of systems thinking as it is applied in organizations today. Address the following in your paper:
1. Explain the basic characteristics of systems thinking.
2. Discuss how these characteristics relate to organizations.
3. Discuss the five major components of a learning organization and how they relate to systems thinking.
4. Elaborate as to how systems thinking might expand the capabilities of the work force.
5. Summarize the characteristics of a learning organization versus those of a traditional organization and how each functions.
Explanation & Answer
Running head: SYSTEMS THINKING AND LEARNING ORGANIZATIONS
Systems Thinking and Learning Organizations
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Systems Thinking and Learning Organizations
Introduction
Systems thinking is considered to be a process that gets to understand how things are
done and how they influence the larger entity. In short, it is a holistic approach that analyses how
a system’s parts interrelate and work together within one larger system component. Conversely
to the traditional approach, systems thinking breaks down studies to different elements. As such,
it could be used in areas of research, environmental analysis, politics, economic, educational, as
well as human resources. Also, the approach is defined as a problem-solving move that seeks to
prevent potentially unintended consequences that may arise in the future (Wiig et al., 2014). The
essay will look at the connection between systems thinking and the real world of managing
organizations.
Characteristics of Systems Thinking
As stated above, systems thinking could be used to talk about the reality that gets us to
understand and work with organizations and societies to influx the quality of life. In this regard,
systems thinking has to have a purpose that defines and holds together an entire entity.
Therefore, all parts need to be present for the system to carry out its work accordingly.
Additionally, all parts work together where changes in one component might affect all other
components and the...
