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Reflecting on complex challenges through qualitative modeling using the iMODELER.
| Title: | Reflecting on complex challenges through qualitative modeling using the iMODELER. |
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| Authors: | Neumann, Kai1 |
| Source: | Emergence: Complexity & Organization. 2014, Vol. 16 Issue 2, p29-43. 15p. 5 Color Photographs, 3 Diagrams. |
| Abstract: | As our challenges become more and more complex and we as a result face mental boundaries, we need tools that help us to grasp the dynamic interconnections of a large number of factors. While quantitative modeling approaches can only be used by modeling experts, qualitative modeling--which is much easier to apply-- is not very well known. Consideo has come up with an advanced yet surprisingly easy qualitative modeling approach and method with its software iMODELER. Here, different kinds of (rough) weighting of interconnections between factors are done first, followed by the analysis of the model through so-called insight matrices, making it possible to identify the short, medium and long-term importance of the factors involved and thus, for example, compare measures, risks and goals. The model will not be useful, however, unless it features factors that are crucial. A methodology devised to help you determine what the crucial factors are is the easy-to-apply KNOW WHY Method. Next to this I will discuss the important difference between explorative and descriptive modeling and name some practical and psychological obstacles that keep us from making the effort to model. It is my conviction that by modeling we would make it possible for a new culture of increased transparency--through better planning, decision-making and communication--to emerge. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
| Subject Terms: | *Research, *Qualitative research, *Computer software, Transparency (Optics), Scientific method, Education |
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| ISSN: | 15213250 |
| Database: | Business Source Complete |
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