Assignment:
Find and review the following articles:
Barton, J., Stephens, J., & Haslett, T. (2009). Action research: Its foundations in open systems thinking and relationship to the scientific method. Systemic Practice and Action Research, 22(6), 475-488.
Flood, R. L. (2010). The relationship of 'systems thinking' to action research. Systemic Practice and Action Research, 23(4), 269-284.
As you continue to integrate AR/AI/PC into your work, how do you see the connections and interrelationships between systems thinking and the methods (AR/AI/PC) you'll use in your consulting engagement. Address the following questions in 500 to 600 words:
1. What is systems theory?
2. How does systems theory apply to action research?
3. How does systems theory apply to Appreciative Inquiry?
4. How does systems theory apply to Process Consultation?
5. Describe and define socio-technical systems theory.
6. What is an open system? Provide an example.
7. What is a closed system? Provide an example.