Goal of Assignment 1: Individually, conduct a Complex (Social) #System Analysis utilizing reliable resources and identify #EmergentProperties using all the LOS, concepts, and ideas covered in Unit 1. Step 1: Select and Introduce your Complex (Social) System #SystemAnalysis To get started, identify a Complex (Social) System that you would like to study. Select any Complex (Social) System that we have not discussed in class. Make sure your system is clearly both (1) complex and (2) social. Introduce your Complex (Social) System by explaining what it is. Provide detailed information assuming your #Audience has little information about your Complex (Social) System. This includes identifying features of the system, its interactions and its purpose. Explain HOW the system is a "Complex (Social) System" rather than a "merely complicated" system. Last, clearly and concisely state what makes your chosen Complex (Social) System social. Step 2: Break Down the Complex (Social) System #SystemAnalysis, ##EvidenceBased: Conduct a Complex (Social) #System Analysis by breaking down your selected system into components. Conduct a multi-level analysis (i.e., micro, meso, macro), and within each level, identify the agents, agent attributes, and interactions among agents. Then, consider how different levels of analysis interact with one another. The goal is to explore how different parts of the Complex (Social) System help us better understand what is taking place while also using all the LOS, concepts, and ideas covered in Unit 1. This section may involve using the pre-class readings, other internet sources, scientific resources and popular articles to better understand the system and the behavior you want to study. This will ensure that your analysis is Step 2: Break Down the Complex (Social) System #SystemAnalysis, ##EvidenceBased: Conduct a Complex (Social) #System Analysis by breaking down your selected system into components. Conduct a multi-level analysis (i.e., micro, meso, macro), and within each level, identify the agents, agent attributes, and interactions among agents. Then, consider how different levels of analysis interact with one another. The goal is to explore how different parts of the Complex (Social) System help us better understand what is taking place while also using all the LOS, concepts, and ideas covered in Unit 1. This section may involve using the pre-class readings, other internet sources, scientific resources and popular articles to better understand the system and the behavior you want to study. This will ensure that your analysis is #Evidence Based, and increase the confidence that others will have in your analysis. All content that is not originally your own must be cited using APA style and format. Step 3: Identify properties that yield interactions between parts of a system #EmergentProperties Identify and explain an emergent property taking place within your selected Complex (Social) System. Describe the emergent behavior that arises from the interactions among the agents in your system. Explain what aspects of the system are responsible for these emergent behavior (i.e., why and how these emergent behavior 'emerge'). Hint: Emergent behavior cannot take place at the micro-level. You must provide a clear explanation for how your emergent property takes place at the meso or macro-level. Step 4: APA Style & Format #Professionalism All submissions must adhere to APA style and format. Hint: Emergent behavior cannot take place at the micro-level. You must provide a clear explanation for how your emergent property takes place at the meso or macro-level. Step 4: APA Style & Format #Professionalism All submissions must adhere to APA style and format. 1. First, review this annotated sample student paper: https://apastyle.apa.org/style-grammar-guidelines/paper- format/student-annotated.pdf 2. On this page: https://apastyle.apa.org/style-grammar-guidelines/paper-format/sample-papers.Scroll down to "Sample student paper templates by paper by" and download the linked document for "Literature review student paper template (DOCX, 37KB)" 3. Update the title page so that it includes your information 4. As you write your paper, include in-text citations. Each in-text citation must include must have an associated reference. You can view the sample references in the template, but the version you submit must only include the references you use. 5. You may find information on in-text citations here: https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research and citation/apa style/apa formatting and style guide/in text citati ons the basics.html 6. You may find information on references here: https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research and citation/apa style/apa formatting and style guide/reference list basic rules.html 7. Quotes may not be used in this assignment. Please note that you should adhere to APA Style & Format throughout your paper. This includes but is not limited to one space between sentences, indenting paragraphs, and utilizing leveled headings. Additional Information • Make sure you draw your #Audience's attention to your BEST applications of the LOs by adding footnotes to your assignment. In the footnote, provide the hashtag of the LO with two to four sentences explaining your application. • There is no maximum or minimum number of required references. Please make sure to appropriately cite and Please note that you should adhere to APA Style & Format throughout your paper. This includes but is not limited to one space between sentences, indenting paragraphs, and utilizing leveled headings. Additional Information • Make sure you draw your #Audience's attention to your BEST applications of the LOs by adding footnotes to your assignment. In the footnote, provide the hashtag of the LO with two to four sentences explaining your application. • There is no maximum or minimum number of required references. Please make sure to appropriately cite and reference allinformation that you have gotten from external sources (including class readings). • Include a word count at the end of your main document (before the reference page). The word count excludes the title page, footnotes, and reference page. • Make sure you proofread and check your assignment before submitting it. • Utilize the CIS Academic Excellence Hub to get support on things like grammar, professional writing, and APA style. You can access the Hub using the ARM system or through this link: https://www.zu.ac.ae/main/en/academic-excellence/index. • Review your lab materials to apply what you learned about APA style, and check this website for additional support with APA style: https://apastyle.apa.org/ • Quotes may not be used in this assignment. • All referenced material should be paraphrased in your own words. • As you prepare your assignment, use this as an opportunity to meet with your instructor during office hours or by appointment. Assignment Information Length: 800-1,000 words Weight: 10% 800-1,000 Words Weight: 10% Learning Outcomes Added #Evidence Based: Identify and appropriately structure the information needed to support an argument effectively. #Professionalism: Ensure that your communication follows established guidelines and use a careful editing process. #SystemAnalysis: Analyze and apply decompositions of systems into constituent parts at multiple levels of analysis. #EmergentProperties: Identify emergent properties of complex systems and discern their causes. Copyright 2024 Minerva Project, Inc. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy Terms 80 a Mar Briolo Air DII