In a message dated 99-11-11 21:41:49 EST, rrichard@agctr.lsu.edu writes:
>Is anyone aware of an instrument that has been developed to identify
>individuals who are inclined to be system thinkers?
Richard,
There are many different understandings of what systems thinking is.
There are any number of commercial test makers/sellers who will claim that
they measure this attribute, however they define it.
Another way to approach this question would be to assess current
associates who possess the "systems thinking" attributes you want to
duplicate and identify them as the criterion group. In essence, you're
creating your own unique operational definition, based on concurrent
utility in your group. Using serveral cognitive/mental abilities and
cognitive mode personality assessments, you could determine which
dimensions in your criterion group have the least variance within the
group. Of course, in order to avoid the prospect of capitalizing on
chance, a cross-validation study would be wise. You may find that you're
looking for something a little more complex than a systems thinker.
Warm regards, David
David L. Hanson, Ph.D.
Consulting Psychologist
Charlotte, NC
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