1. Systems theory
The Iceberg
Metacognition

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3. The Iceberg Discussion Questions
Step One - The Event
Name a critical event or issue that has emerged in the last few months in your classroom or school. Tell the story of the event.
Step Two - The Pattern or Trend
What is the history of the event you described? When has it happened before? Chart the course of related events over time on a graph. What patterns do you see emerging?
Step Three - Systemic Structure
What forces seem to create the pattern of behavior you described in step 2? How do the systemic elements seem to influence each other? What fundamental aspects of the school need to change if you want the pattern to change? (Policy, culture, attitudes, environment…)
Step Four - Mental Models
What is it about your thinking and everyone’s thinking that causes this structure to persist? How can you these mental models be safely brought to the surface for inquiry and dialogue with the larger group?
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4. Building a Shared Vision
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8. The Fifth Discipline Fieldbook Project www.fieldbook.com
Resources for Curriculum Materials, Tools for School Leadership, and Personal Growth
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The Creative Learning Exchange
Society for Organizational Learning
Crisis Management Institute
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