SIG: Holism

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The Holism Special Integration Group was launched...

Focus of the Holism SIG

The Holistic Systems SIG invites the creative exploration of Holistic Systems (as philosophy, theory, methodology, and practice) in a forum where the varieties of holism could be presented, and work done to find those principles where there is general agreement, while also clarifying and acknowledging differences. All levels of understanding are encouraged to join as the SIG is about learning together through presentations, conversations, and debate. It is hoped that Holistic Systems inquiry will ultimately promote a deeper understanding of the ethical choices implicit in systems design, and allow for a deeper understanding of the nature of communication between the different levels of a system.

The SIG also focuses on the coherence of AR and other SIGs in the ISSS. The last focus was on the Critical Social Theory perspective that some action researchers share with Critical Systems Thinking.

Chairs, Members and Reading Materials

Reading Materials

Below are reading lists of seminal papers in AR as well as the latest publications in the field of AR from a systems thinking perspective:

Links to videos

Below are links to videos from discussion sessions attended by ISSS members discussing their use of AR.