RiseUpp Logo
Educator Logo

Pets, Politics and Pandemics: Understanding Systems Theory

Learn systems theory through real-world examples of pets, politics, and pandemics. Master concepts to analyze complex situations and make better decisions.

Learn systems theory through real-world examples of pets, politics, and pandemics. Master concepts to analyze complex situations and make better decisions.

This engaging course introduces systems theory through the unique lens of pets, politics, and pandemics. Led by Professor Simon Billinge, it makes complex theoretical concepts accessible and practical. Students learn fundamental principles of systems behavior and apply them to real-world situations, from social justice to climate change. The course combines theoretical understanding with practical applications, using creative examples including the professor's dogs and relaxing bird footage to illustrate key concepts. The material helps students develop new perspectives on familiar situations and provides tools for better decision-making in various life contexts.

Instructors:

English

Powered by

Provider Logo
Pets, Politics and Pandemics: Understanding Systems Theory

This course includes

11 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

2,435

What you'll learn

  • Understand and apply intuitive concepts about abstract systems and system theoretical methods

  • Analyze familiar situations through new systematic perspectives

  • Grapple with social justice issues using systems thinking

  • Evaluate climate change through a systems theory lens

  • Differentiate between education and propaganda

  • Apply system analysis to political and social situations

Skills you'll gain

systems theory
social justice
climate change
propaganda analysis
education theory
system dynamics
decision making
policy analysis
critical thinking

This course includes:

214 Minutes PreRecorded video

9 assignments, peer review, discussion prompts

Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop

FullTime access

Shareable certificate

Closed caption

Get a Completion Certificate

Share your certificate with prospective employers and your professional network on LinkedIn.

Provided by

Certificate

Top companies offer this course to their employees

Top companies provide this course to enhance their employees' skills, ensuring they excel in handling complex projects and drive organizational success.

icon-0icon-1icon-2icon-3icon-4

There are 5 modules in this course

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to systems theory through practical, real-world applications. Students learn to understand and apply system theoretical methods to analyze complex situations in social, political, and natural contexts. The curriculum covers fundamental concepts including system response, susceptibility, and force application, while exploring their relevance to contemporary issues like social justice, climate change, and pandemic response. Through a combination of theoretical frameworks and practical examples, students develop skills to apply systems thinking to various life challenges.

Getting Started and Course Overview

Module 1 · 24 Minutes to complete

Life's Problems, What Is a System, and Who Cares Anyway?

Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete

Understanding Scientific Systems

Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete

Applying your Knowledge to Real World Situations

Module 4 · 3 Hours to complete

Now It's Your Turn

Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete

Fee Structure

Payment options

Financial Aid

Instructor

Simon Billinge
Simon Billinge

339 Students

1 Course

Professor of Materials Science and Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics

Simon J. L. Billinge is a Professor of Materials Science and Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics at Columbia University, where he also serves as a physicist at Brookhaven National Laboratory. His research focuses on the local structure of materials.

Pets, Politics and Pandemics: Understanding Systems Theory

This course includes

11 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

2,435

Testimonials

Testimonials and success stories are a testament to the quality of this program and its impact on your career and learning journey. Be the first to help others make an informed decision by sharing your review of the course.

Frequently asked questions

Below are some of the most commonly asked questions about this course. We aim to provide clear and concise answers to help you better understand the course content, structure, and any other relevant information. If you have any additional questions or if your question is not listed here, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team for further assistance.