A system is a set of interrelated parts that work together toward a defined goal. A systems approach views a system as the sum of its parts working independently and together to achieve outcomes based on needs. It considers the units or elements within a system, how they are connected through interaction and interrelation, and the feedback between parts as they work toward a goal.

1. What’s a SYSTEM ? What’s a SYSTEMS APPROACH ?

2. What’s a SYSTEM ? “ A system is … a set of interrelated parts , all of which work together toward a defined goal.” Dick, Carey & Carey, 2005, p. 1

3. What’s a SYSTEM ? “ The sum total of parts working independently and working together to achieve required results or outcomes, based on needs.” Kaufman, 1972, p. 1

4. What’s a SYSTEM ? “… a set of elements standing in interrelations .” Bertalanffy, 1968, p. 55

5. What’s a SYSTEM ? It’s 15 C Turn ON the heater It’s 22.5 C Turn OFF the heater heat

7. PART PART FEEDBACK FEEDBACK heat

8. materials activities etc. learning outcome PART PART PART FEEDBACK learners instructors learning environments