Addressing Complexity and Systems Thinking Toolkit

A short video presentation on how systems thinking can be applied to investigate and shift mental models in community settings.

A short video presentation on a research project integrating systems thinking with community-driven efforts to manage aquatic systems.

A paper providing an example of using systems thinking and causal loop diagrams to shift attitudes towards sustainable development.

A paper providing an example of a 1-week field course taught to complete beginners on systems thinking and system dynamics modelling.

A paper providing an example of how to use participatory causal loop diagrams to understand food insecurity in Guatemala.

A paper providing an example of how system dynamics modeling can be used to analyze COVID-19's impact on housing insecurity.

A short video overviewing the use of quantitative system dynamics to model gun violence in New York State.

A short video overviewing the use of a qualitative systems dynamics model to study drug overdoses and bystander behaviour.

A detailed lecture showcasing an application of systems dynamics methodology to identify the causes of, and solutions to, hospital congestion.

A lecture and Q&A on how community-based systems dynamics can be used to combat racial bias in AI.

A short news report on “The Beer Game”, one of the earliest applications of Systems Thinking at the MIT Sloan School of Management.

An online textbook covering everything you need to know about the design and analysis of randomized experiments in the field.

A set of guides covering the 10 most important points to understand for various issues and methodologies relating to experiments and causal inference.

A beginner’s guide to understanding causal inference literature within the field of social sciences and public health.

A book chapter providing a practical guide on running systems mapping workshops, with instructions on planning and facilitation.

A book chapter on a novel methodology (participatory systems mapping) for building and analysing causal system models in groups.

A book chapter on fuzzy cognitive mapping, a tool used for developing and analyzing semi-quantitative causal models.

A short article covering the key question every beginner needs to get started with systems thinking.

This short video provides a foundational exploration into system dynamics, with examples showcasing its applications across various sectors.

An article introducing systems thinking, with helpful definitions, diagrams, and link to key resources.

An article providing as a detailed guide to systems thinking, with an overview of fundamental concepts and methodology.

A short video offering a unique perspective on how to master system dynamics with ease.

A detailed lecture providing a thorough introduction to systems thinking, with insights as to how it can be used to solve real-world challenges.

A detailed lecture on the evolution of systems thinking theory and methods, with discussion on where the field is headed.

An article overviewing the state of the systems dynamics field and its future, with discussion on different schools of thought and the issue of quality.

An overview of key software used in the field of system dynamics from the System Dynamics Society.

A webpage with links to all the tutorials you’ll need to become a pro at modelling with Stella.

A detailed walkthrough of how to use Stella Architect for system dynamics modelling, featuring practical examples with watershed and forest fire models.

A detailed walkthrough showcasing how to use Stella Architect to create a diffusion model for the COVID-19 pandemic.

A webpage containing nearly 100 example Stella models to provide you with instruction and inspiration.

A detailed article showcasing how to convert causal loop diagrams into stock-and-flows.

A lecture exploring system dynamics through the lens of archetypes, uncovering patterns that help guide decision-making.

A paper examining four variations on a methodology to develop causal loop diagrams from interview data for an urban health intervention.

A 4-page guide to drawing causal loop diagrams, with easy-to-follow steps and examples.

A book chapter providing an accessible introduction to causal loop diagrams, with helpful examples and step-by-step instructions.

A video series with 22 detailed lectures on the basics of system dynamics modelling and how it can be used to answer research questions in sustainability.

An introductory guide on concepts, terms, and techniques within the field of system dynamics modelling. Includes helpful examples!

A cutting-edge paper discussing the integration of large-language models into agent-based modelling for dynamic social systems analysis.

A detailed paper discussing the complexities of agent-based modeling in the social sciences, history, and philosophy.

A short methodology book on agent-based modeling, covering all essentials in five succinct chapters!

Discover the role of social simulations and agent-based models in policy evaluation through this short video.

This workshop offers social scientists a detailed introduction to agent-based modeling, including an applied example with NetLogo!

A concise primer on agent-based modeling, highlighting its versatility across various social sciences disciplines.

An overview and critical appraisal of different methods used to quantitatively analyze mental models and cognitive maps.

A one-page guide to eight different systems archetypes, with stock-and-flow diagrams, descriptions, and helpful guidelines.

A concise paper that explores the role of mental models in human thought processes, reasoning, and decision-making.

A short video showcasing a detailed example of an infectious disease model using NetLogo.

Dive deep into NetLogo with this series of concise tutorials, covering everything you need to know from the ground up.

A beginner-friendly guide to creating stock-and-flow diagrams with Vensim, including setting up models and interpreting results.

Learn agent-based modeling with NetLogo through quick, short lessons that cover everything from basic concepts to model execution.

A detailed introductory lecture that covers the basics of system dynamics, and an overview of how to create models using Powersim Studio.