Systems theory can be defined as the transdisciplinary study of systems in general, with the goal of elucidating principles that can be applied to all types of systems in all fields of research (1). Therefore, instead of focusing on one part of a system, the system is viewed as a group of interconnected parts. An example from chapter one would include the value chain since it includes eight activities and are viewed as a group. Each part of the value chain is important and interconnected. In order for an organization to be successful, it must follow this system. The systems theory is linked to many applications due to the importance of systems in the world.
One field in which systems theory can be applied is in education. A school must look at the students as a whole, since they want every student to learn and not just certain individuals. The system in education consists of high expectations, purposeful support, and a caring environment (2). In order for a school to be successful and accomplishing its goal of educating all students, it must consist of these things within the system. Also, the way in which the students are considered a group, the teachers must also be viewed as a group. Just one teacher cannot educate every student; so they must work as a group in order to reach their goal of educating every student.
Systems theory can also be applied to families. “Families are systems of interconnected and interdependent individuals, none of whom can be understood in isolation from the system” (3). Each person in a family has a role and is expected to treat the others in the family a certain way due to relationship agreements. If these roles are not followed through, it could lead to dysfunction of a family. So each member of a family has an important position in the group, which is how systems theory can also be linked to families.
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