Metamodels (classifications, patterns)

Cynefin VSM SOFI SD Archetypes

System Dynamics

Causal Loop Diagrams Stock Flow Diagrams Cause/Consequence (Driver) Trees Causal Impact Matrix

Mapping (Representing)

Rich pictures Geographical Information Systems

Simulation (Projection)

Depends whether we are simply aiming to project a behavior pattern or understand causation. The focus here is on causal models.

Spreadsheets Statistical models eg MLR, BJTF System Dynamics

Calibration

Statistics Judgements

Motivations

Improve your comprehension (understanding) Improve your communication Improve your community