System Shift: Bringing systems thinking into secondary school economics

Young people are natural systems thinkers. They instinctively distinguish parts, zoom in and out on parts/wholes, consider relationships, and seek perspectives. These simple thinking patterns form the basis for all systems thinking.

In this virtual lab, we’ll explore how to bring systems thinking into secondary school economics education in a way that feels intuitive and engaging. We’ll introduce you to our new materials that address core systems thinking patterns, stock-flow and feedback models, agent-based and network approaches, leverage points, and system traps.

Join us to rethink how we can equip students to navigate complexity with resilience and humility.