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When Pond Problems Call for Systems Thinking

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This entry is part 8 of 8 in the series Pond Life

By W. George Scarlett

When there are pond problems, such as when fish are dying, it often takes systems thinking and high-level scientific investigation to figure out causes and what needs to be done.  That’s an unreachable goal for many children.  But with proper support, adolescents can become scientists finding cause in the combination of variables observed and measured while studying the systems of a virtual pond.  One such support comes from the ecoLearn research lab at Harvard (see https://ecolearn.gse.harvard.edu/ ), a support explained in the accompanying film showing how advanced immersive technology can put adolescents right there in and around a (virtual) pond.

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5 thoughts on “When Pond Problems Call for Systems Thinking”

  1. I am deeply impressed by your insightful article on applying systems thinking to pond problems. The relevance of this topic cannot be overstated, especially in today’s context where environmental issues demand comprehensive and integrative approaches.
    I hope you continue to explore and write about such important topics. I look forward to reading more of your work and gaining further insights into systems thinking and environmental management.

    1. Thanks so much for your kind words, Punit. Our next send-out will be on mollusks which I hope you will enjoy.
      Best,
      George Scarlett

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