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This paper is about the design and implementation of techniques and strategies to improve end user behavior in the utilization
of passwords within a formal setting. The researchers were requested to investigate the issues inherent in the password management
and utilization procedure within the client organization and thereby improve end user behavior in utilization of passwords
within the organization. The researchers completed an action research study and successfully implemented a training program
to improve system users’ behavior related to passwords. They used a unique approach by designing training for creating passwords
to fit with theories pertaining to human memory. In addition, the researchers also created and delivered security awareness
training. The end users of the target information systems reported that after training they were able to use strong passwords
(A strong password in our organization is one that has 15 characters with at least two numbers and one symbol) without writing
them down. Requests to the help desk for password resets decreased. Users also reported that they are much more aware of security
threats.
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Lorne OlfmanEmail: |
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In this article, we focus on the communicative aspects in action research (AR), and how we as action researchers have been
inspired by working with a theatre company in enterprise development. The theatre showed us a different landscape concerning
communication in the enterprise development process. We discuss how communication in AR traditionally is handled, and challenge
AR by introducing how a theatre company creates engagement and involvement in the development process. Action researchers
can enhance their research activity through using communication forms borrowed from theatrical performance in order to inspire
and increase participants’ involvement in change processes.
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Kari SkarholtEmail: |
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Francisco Casiello 《Systemic Practice and Action Research》2008,21(1):1-14
This paper intends to show how multimodal system methodology can be interpreted as a metamethodology that can house different
specific methodologies to be used in action-research.
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Francisco CasielloEmail: Email: |
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Pervasive and systemic barriers to collaborative university-community research make such studies highly challenging. Yet the
necessity of participative research means that feasible ways to conduct high quality collaborative investigations must be
sought. In a longitudinal action research study investigating adult literacy, issues facing community and academic researchers
centred upon focus and integrity. Differing researchers defined focus and integrity in sharply varying ways, so that terminology
employed within the programme formed contested sites of meaning and interpretation. This meant that ideas of research integrity
held very different connotations for different actors. Yet the viability of the programme depended on both academics and community
people attempting to expand their horizons by understanding and taking into account others’ perceptions.
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Frank SligoEmail: |
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This paper compares some key concepts from Buddhism with ideas from different traditions of systems thinking. There appear
to be many similarities, suggesting that there is significant potential for dialogue and mutual learning. The similarities
also indicate that it may be possible to develop a Buddhist systems methodology to help guide exploration and change within
Buddhist organisations.
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Chao Ying ShenEmail: |
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Murali Raman 《Systemic Practice and Action Research》2006,19(3):253-271
This study examines the role of knowledge management systems in the context of emergency preparedness at Claremont University Consortium. The research objectives required the researcher's direct involvement with CUC. Canonical action research methodology was used to guide the project. Overall, the client was satisfied with the project's outcome. The researcher designed and implemented an instantiation of a web-based knowledge management system using Wiki technology. This system can assist CUC in overcoming some of its immediate concerns with emergency preparedness. These include the ability of the system to facilitate the communication process, and enable a more structured approach for documenting and storing emergency related information. The system as it exists today is subject to further improvement. This includes the need for continuous training with the system, improving the navigational aspects, and seeking a better fit between the system and the emergency planning and response processes.
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Murali RamanEmail: |
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André A. de Waal 《Systemic Practice and Action Research》2006,19(1):61-79
Many organizations install performance management systems (PMS), based on critical success factors, key performance indicators and the balanced scorecard, to improve their results. In practice many organizations have difficulty implementing a PMS because the influence of behavioral factors and national cultures is not taken into account enough. This article describes the findings of a study into the role of behavior and national culture in setting up an effective PMS at a multinational.
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André A. de WaalEmail: |
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Using an Action Research Framework to Explore Assessment: A South African Case Study 总被引:1,自引:1,他引:0
Penny Singh 《Systemic Practice and Action Research》2006,19(2):179-187
This article is a reflection of my first experience with action research in trying to devise a system of assessment that would benefit both first and second language speakers of English in an assessment system that is plagued by its separatist past. In this paper, I discuss an action research study on oral assessment implemented at two tertiary institutions in South Africa. The actual details of each phase of the assessments are not reported on, but the methods used to facilitate the processes are. The findings and adaptations after each phase of the assessments are discussed to show the effectiveness of using an action research methodology.
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Penny SinghEmail: |
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In this article we reflect upon an integrated approach to action research. The role of the engaged researcher is empirically
addressed by using longitudinal field experiences. We take a narrative approach and tell three stories from the field. In
analysing the stories we propose a transition of the role of the engaged researcher, from that of a translator of general
theory and contextual practices to one of a literary change agent. The literary change agent inspires practitioners by means
as concepts, metaphors and storytelling. We suggest that the narrative approach can bring a new and critical flavour to the
previously under-explored area of the role of the researcher in action research.
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Lene FossEmail: |
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Dusko Ursic Aljosa Nikl Matjaz Mulej Andrej Smogavc Cestar 《Systemic Practice and Action Research》2006,19(1):81-99
The objective of this article is to discuss the learning organisation (LO) concept in correlation with network organisation (NO), which is an indispensable element for the transition into the new era of management, i.e. knowledge networking. Business organisations (BO) rarely achieve innovativeness, and thus competitive advantage, without establishing NO/LO and knowledge management. Therefore, a suitable knowledge strategy must be developed that is related to BO's business strategy. The last two statements surface our main hypothesis, which is described in our general model on linking the elements of an LO and then tested by empirical research carried out in Slovenian BOs. Our original model of LO has proved helpful in understanding BOs as LOs in transitional economies, e.g. in Slovenia. In them an innovation-based business has not yet become the norm with BOs of all sizes, with success mainly enjoyed in larger BOs. However, NO can help the LO concept spread and support innovativeness rather quickly in all BOs.
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Dusko UrsicEmail: |
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Formalised and Non-Formalised Methods in Resource Management—Knowledge and Social Learning in Participatory Processes: An Introduction 总被引:1,自引:1,他引:0
Jens Newig Helmut Haberl Claudia Pahl-Wostl Dale S. Rothman 《Systemic Practice and Action Research》2008,21(6):381-387
The participation of non-state actors in public decision-making and transdisciplinary research is increasingly regarded as
an effective means to cope with growing uncertainties and complexities in human–nature interactions. The management of natural
resources is expected to profit from a broader knowledge base and processes of social learning, thus allowing for potentially
more informed and creative decision-making. Communication is a key element of transmitting knowledge and fostering social
learning. This article introduces the special issue, which assembles contributions that discuss different methods, instruments,
tools, and models that have been developed in order to facilitate the transmission of information as well its selection and
aggregation. Each of the contributions is briefly reviewed. The approaches discussed here and in the individual papers aim
to foster learning in participatory processes. We argue that a key aspect is the degree to which methods are formalised. Formalisation
refers to the extent to which information is channelled in a certain way, leaving more or less scope for open communication.
Depending on the goals and context, more or less formalised methods can be employed. We conclude by highlighting the context-dependency
of participatory processes in natural resource management and indicate some directions for future research.
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Jens NewigEmail: |
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Christina Prell Klaus Hubacek Claire Quinn Mark Reed 《Systemic Practice and Action Research》2008,21(6):443-458
Environmental applications of social network analysis (SNA) are just beginning to emerge, and so far have focussed on understanding
the characteristics of social networks that increase the likelihood of collective action and successful natural resource management.
We move beyond this discussion to demonstrate how knowledge gained from analysing the social networks of stakeholders can
be harnessed for selecting stakeholders, and further, how these analyses can be influenced by the expressed wishes and concerns
of stakeholders. Although we began our SNA using concepts derived from the resource-management literature, stakeholder involvement
in the interpretation of the results led to the use of SNA techniques that had not previously been applied in the context
of resource management. We thus re-analysed our data and modified our selection of research participants. Re-analysis led
to the selection of research participants who (1) had unique positions in the network, thus occupying non-redundant communication
roles in the network, (2) came from different stakeholder categories and (3) were relatively well-connected to others and
tended to broker across different segments of the network. By combining insights from researchers and stakeholders in this
way, it was possible to use SNA in an innovative and sensitive way to better meet the needs of the stakeholders and the research
project.
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Christina PrellEmail: |
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Gerald Midgley 《Systemic Practice and Action Research》2007,20(3):195-210
This paper presents a Buddhist systems methodology (BSM) designed for problem prevention and problem solving in Taiwanese
Buddhist organisations. Three sets of twelve questions based on Buddhist concepts are offered to (i) support explorations
of boundaries and values in problematic situations; (ii) guide the choice of methods for intervention; and (iii) support the
evaluation of recommendations for change. The paper argues that the BSM has advantages in Taiwanese contexts compared with
Western systems approaches. The latter can appear threatening to organizational harmony and can therefore be regarded negatively.
In contrast, the BSM uses Buddhist concepts that are closely associated with the practice of harmonious living. Thus, it reframes
systems thinking as the exercise of Buddhist discipline applied to organizational life, and is likely to be viewed as a co-operative
and culturally valued endeavour.
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Chao Ying ShenEmail: |
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Keri E. Iyall Smith 《Systemic Practice and Action Research》2007,20(5):387-399
Existing human rights doctrine and enforcement structures often fail to protect human welfare. The new agora project (Jenlink
and Banathy 2002) offers a structure to democratically re-build human rights. To examine the role of new agoras in re-crafting old institutions,
I begin by identifying the context of human rights: globalization, diverse identities, and democracy. After analyzing the
impact of diversity on democratic structures, I introduce human rights as conceived by Banathy’s (2000) Third Generation. With this in mind, I am prepared to examine the challenges and opportunities for shaping a new operationalization
of human rights using the new agora structure.
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Keri E. Iyall SmithEmail: |
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This paper seeks to further substantiate and appreciate the importance of West Churchman’s pragmatic philosophy, and to propose
the development of what we call the participatory and rhizomatic systems approach. The aim of rhizomatics is to create a deterritoriazation
of current social fields and to make sense of the creation of the rhizomatic networks and ethics for the marginalized group
in practice. This paper takes the contributions of Gilles Deleuze and Felix Guattari’s notion of rhizome on ethical reasoning
and incorporates them into a test. It examines how ethics for the marginalized group can assist in appreciating and developing
ethical management of any systemic intervention. The paper looks into what ethics for the marginalized group is and how it
is achieved in the context of rhizomatic networks.
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Jae Eon YuEmail: |
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Participatory Sustainability Impact Assessment: Scientific Policy Advice as a Social Learning Process 总被引:3,自引:3,他引:0
Manuel Gottschick 《Systemic Practice and Action Research》2008,21(6):479-495
This paper deals with the development of scientific policy advice by providing a methodology to foster a social learning process.
The methodology, called participatory Sustainability Impact Assessment (pSIA), aims to structure complex problem situations,
to clarify interests and basic assumptions, to interpret scientific studies, to develop impact assessment, and to explore
sensitivity of uncertainty and lack of information. In pSIA workshops the participants are supposed to build conceptual models
with different modelling methods, like System Dynamics, Value Chain Analysis, and Morphological Analysis. A case study is
presented that describes a workshop series with political as well as academic actors, applying the pSIA approach to an impact
assessment of Economic Partnership Agreements between the European Union and the Eastern and Southern Africa Region.
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Manuel GottschickEmail: URL: www.agchange.de |
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Various forms of action research have been proposed as remedies for the one-sided focus on theoretical interests existing in Business School research. Among other conceptual elaborations, Insider Action Research (IAR) suggests that action research needs to be supported by an insider's view of activities in order to achieve any substantial contribution to practice and theory. Even though the IAR model is potentially capable of overcoming a number of practical, political, and epistemological problems, it has been explored relatively little in terms of practical examples and lessons. This paper presents the account of an Insider Action researcher at the Volvo Car Corporation, aimed at studying the development of environmental strategies and “eco-benign” automobiles “from the inside”. The paper suggests that even though IAR remains a promising model, the political ingenuity and savoir-faire of the insider action researcher must not be underrated.
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Alexander StyhreEmail: |
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Though it is claimed that Melbourne is one of the most liveable cities in the world, a systemic examination, based not on
mechanistic and utilitarian foundations but on a humanist, systemic science reveals that a variety of modalities of its social
fabric are threatened and will drive the city to eventual collapse. As usual, the worst impacted are the most defenceless:
the poor, the elderly and especially the young. We propose that an education that emphasises vision and ethics and that integrates
the humanities with the natural sciences in a systemic approach should be the prime instrument of intervention. We describe
a new Master of Arts degree designed on these principles to re-orientate young professionals towards the community and away
from big business and commerce.
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J. D. R. de RaadtEmail: |
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Analytic and Dynamic Approach to Collaboration: A Transdisciplinary Case Study on Sustainable Landscape Development in a Swiss Prealpine Region 总被引:1,自引:0,他引:1
Michael Stauffacher Thomas Flüeler Pius Krütli Roland W. Scholz 《Systemic Practice and Action Research》2008,21(6):409-422
The involvement of stakeholders and the public in societal decision processes has lately received increased attention. We
suggest that appropriate and tailored techniques should be selected and integrated to provide the prerequisites for inclusive
involvement depending on the issue, type, goals and phase of the decision process in question, i.e. an analytic, systematic
and dynamic approach to collaboration. In a transdisciplinary case study design we integrate diverse analytical methods whereby
a process of mutual learning between science and people from outside academia is strived for. Our framework for collaboration
is illustrated by a case study on sustainable landscape development in the Swiss prealpine region of Appenzell Ausserrhoden.
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Michael StauffacherEmail: |
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Jae Eon Yu 《Systemic Practice and Action Research》2006,19(4):337-349
The article describes and demonstrates the use of a new research proposal for understanding the complexity in organizations in terms of a Deleuzian sense of an event. It creates the rhizome metaphor that allows the emergence of different ways of systems thinking, a legitimate challenge to the Modernist’s orthodoxy. For Deleuze and Guattari, micropolitics are the essence of what we call ‘rhizomatic systems.’ It is this concept of the organization, as a rhizome or rhizomatic systems that we want to focus from ‘problem solving’ in a real-world situation to the process of problematization, that is, the making or appreciating a series of events in the problematizing fields. The paper draws on the research experience in which participatory action research was carried out in a Korean distribution company. The participatory learning process happened to create a series of events in which ‘time-related research’ was conducted in order to facilitate the process of problematization within the organization.
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Jae Eon YuEmail: |