Systems Thinking Task Sheet

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What is emphasized as the best way to learn in the course?

Watching YouTube videos

Reading assigned materials

Participating in team discussions (correct)

Listening to lectures only

How does the course structure suggest the workload is spread out?

All work is done on Fridays

Learning is spread out through activities and tasks (correct)

Prep work is done on Monday only

Group work is done only on weekends

What is a key aspect of the course exam's composition?

Applying learned concepts (correct)

Individual quizzes only

Group coursework only

Simulations with no reports

What is a key rule emphasized in the course?

Respect others' right to question your views Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT recommended as a strategy for learning in the course?

Listening to all lectures attentively Signup and view all the answers

How are students expected to arrive at solutions in the course?

By working with others collaboratively Signup and view all the answers

What concept refers to the ability to observe and monitor security incidents within a system?

Observability Signup and view all the answers

Which factor directly impacts the likelihood of security incidents occurring within a system?

Required Password Strength Signup and view all the answers

What does an increase in the number of systems typically lead to in terms of security incidents?

Increase in Security Incidents Signup and view all the answers

Which action is considered a coping strategy in dealing with security incidents?

Use Coping Strategies Signup and view all the answers

Password strength requirements are intended to reduce the occurrence of:

Security Incidents Signup and view all the answers

In terms of observability, what action should users take to enhance system security?

Monitor Security Incidents Signup and view all the answers

Sharing passwords within a system typically leads to an increase in:

Security Incidents Signup and view all the answers

Utilizing coping strategies can help address issues related to:

System Vulnerability Signup and view all the answers

What is a system, according to the text?

An entity made up of parts that interact together Signup and view all the answers

Why is using a systems perspective important?

It helps in maximizing program effectiveness by considering interconnections Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe places within the system that can be tweaked to support greater impact?

Leverage points Signup and view all the answers

Why do systems thinkers believe that relying on simple linear cause and effect solutions can likely fail?

Because complex problems like obesity have multiple interacting factors Signup and view all the answers

What do systems thinkers encourage senior managers like Suzanne to do?

Zoom out and consider how external factors influence program success Signup and view all the answers

How does adopting a systems view impact the boundaries of a program evaluation?

It expands the evaluation boundaries to include external perspectives and values Signup and view all the answers

What influence do leverage points have on a system?

They can be tweaked to support greater impact Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for senior managers to 'zoom out' when considering program success?

'Zooming out' allows for a broader understanding of external influences Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about addressing complex health problems like obesity?

A systems approach holds the most promise for addressing complex health problems Signup and view all the answers

How can senior managers use a systems approach to improve program effectiveness?

By zooming out to consider broader system factors that impact the program Signup and view all the answers