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What is Methodology ?

Methodology refers to the logical principles that govern the use of methods in order that the philosophy/theory embraced by the approach is properly respected and appropriately put into practice. It is not detachable from the philosophy/theory of a particular systems approach ¹.
See also: Method

Additional Glossary Terms

Metaphors

Metaphors are powerful tools that help to form our thinking and effectively convey complex ideas. They provide unique perspectives and influence our actions, allowing us to create new realities and

Holons

A holon is something that is simultaneously a whole and a part.

Reflexivity

Reflexivity is the conscious practice of self-examination, where one actively questions their own attitudes, thought processes, values, assumptions, prejudices, and habitual actions

Cybernetics

Cybernetics is a term rooted in the Greek word “kybernetes,” meaning “steersman.” Introduced by Norbert Wiener in 1948, it is defined as the science of “control and communication in the

General Systems Theory (GST)

General Systems Theory (GST), introduced by Ludwig von Bertalanffy in 1937, is a framework for understanding complex systems as organized wholes. It emphasizes the interconnectedness and interdependence of components within

Patterns

A pattern is a recurring solution that addresses a specific problem within a particular context, linking the problem, solution, and context together. It serves as a tool to externalize and