systems methods club

in this courses explore we practice with a suite of system thinking methods

every two weeks we will come together in small groups to learn about a new systems thinking method, then practice with applying it in a shared system of interested, followed by an open discussion on how to facilitate with others.

this course is for you if you:

  • gain capacity to apply and facilitate with others, systems thinking method

  • enjoy learning with others and appreciate diverse perspectives

  • value a learning and growing mindset over having the ‘right’ answers quickly

  • you can attend most session live

this course is not for you if you:

  • expect the course to make you an expert systems thinking facilitator

  • plan to watch recordings at a later date and not participate in live sessions 

outcomes

  • build capacity to apply 12 systems thinking methods

  • engage in group sensemaking processes including visual modeling

  • gain insight and understanding into a system of interest as part of a collective learning inquiry

weekly session topics

  1. codes of care and community building

  2. zimmerman matrix

  3. rich pictures

  4. journey mapping

  5. iceberg model

  6. systems purpose mapping (x2)

  7. causal loop diagrams (x2)

  8. multi-level perspectives

  9. critical system heuristics

  10. systemic theory of change (x2)

  11. role in the system

  12. prototyping

  13. unintended consequences

details

  • 2 hr virtual sessions every 2 weeks for a total of 16 sessions (some topics have 2 sessions)

  • introduction to method and time to apply in a small working group

  • practice guides, readings, slides and recordings shared via learning platform

  • $2500 + gst, monthly payment options available

  • tickets available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  please get in touch for more detail

what folks have said about the course

"this course is a practical approach to systems thinking. not only will you obtain a deeper understanding of systems thinking, and be able to apply specific techniques/methods to help embed systems thinking as a valid skillset/approach within your organisation, but you will also pick up many many facilitation tips on engagement, making an online context successful, and good process."

"it has opened my eyes to specifics around tools that are applicable to particular situations - demystified the dark art of systems practice a bit!"

"seanna is so skilled at creating a safe learning environment and delivering high quality content that is both accessible and challenging."

"the sense of journey that infused the sessions was lovely to return to each time - the visual progress map, the unmapped landscape analogy, etc. ongoing access to mural boards, slides, recordings - AMAZING!"