Communicating model insights using interactive learning environments

Much attention is focused on the rational and advisory style of developing and applying System Dynamics models. Even group model building focuses primarily on the formulation and understanding of the model by the group members themselves. There is a dearth of attention for communication of the insights derived during the model building process to those peripherally or (un)involved in this process. In this study, the multi-actor context of model implementation is addressed explicitly. The feedback loop connecting model-derived insights and results back to the problem owners, the client and stakeholders, is explored. A number of principles for use in the communication of models are derived and the rôle of interactive learning environments as a tool in communicating model insights in such a multi-actor context is discussed.