In this lecture, we first locate the evolvement of the notion of systems and systems theory. Then we introduce rational and natural systems, and then proceed to the theory of open systems. For the second, we study school organizations as systems by braking down them into subsystems. The last item in the lecture will be an introduction to structures in organizations.

Before any lecture either print or save to your computer the assigned PowerPoint presentation.

Assignment before the lecture: Read from Bennet & Cartwright chapters 1-4.

Open or save the PowerPoint slides related to this lecture EDLS210_S6_L1.pdf​

Listen to the lecture, and afterwards do the assignment given below.

Write your learning experiences into your personal Reflective report

Assignment after the lecture: None. (Note that students in the video use some time in discussion; you will have the opportunity to focus in your assignment in mode detail after lecture no. 5)