Item Type |
Journal paper
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Abstract |
This paper introduces model-based theory building as a feature of system dynamics (SD) with large potential. It presents a systemic approach to actualizing that potential, thereby opening up a new perspective on theory building in the social sciences. The question addressed is if and how SD enables the construction of high-quality theories. This contribution is based on field experiment type projects which have been focused on model-based theory building, specifically the construction of a middle-range theory - not a general one. The process of model building and validation is analysed from a theory-building perspective. The resulting theory is evaluated by means of a set of criteria for high-quality theories. As a conclusion, the insighths thus gained are presented and condensed in a tentative set of heuristic principles for model-based theory building. |
Authors |
Schwaninger, Markus & Grösser, Stefan N. |
Journal or Publication Title |
Systems Research and Behavioral Science |
Language |
English |
Keywords |
System Dynamics; Modelling and Simulation; Model-based Theory Building; Case Study |
Subjects |
business studies |
HSG Classification |
contribution to scientific community |
Refereed |
Yes |
Date |
1 July 2008 |
Publisher |
Wiley-Blackwell |
Place of Publication |
Chichester |
Volume |
25 |
Number |
4 |
Page Range |
447-465 |
Number of Pages |
19 |
ISSN |
1092-7026 |
Depositing User |
Prof. em. Markus Schwaninger
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Date Deposited |
14 Oct 2008 16:56 |
Last Modified |
23 Aug 2016 11:04 |
URI: |
https://www.alexandria.unisg.ch/publications/48090 |