In this course students will delve into the concept of systems thinking as it applies to food systems through a dialogical analysis of the academic literature. Students will apply their understanding of systems thinking in the modeling of a complex food system problem. Application of systems thinking tools will be used to design an intervention that addresses the problem based on their analysis of its critical pressure points and connections. Students will map possible intended and unintended consequences of the intervention.
Corequisites
Exploring San Francisco Bay Area Food Systems (MSFS-501A), Sustainability and Climate Change (MSFS-500) and Local, Regional, and Global Food Systems (MSFS-510)