systemic observation
[sɪˈstemɪk ɑbzərˈveɪʃən]
nounpl: systemic observations
observação sistêmica
1. The act of watching, monitoring, or recording phenomena within a system in a structured, methodical way to understand patterns, relationships, and interactions between components
The researcher conducted systemic observation of the ecosystem to track changes in biodiversity over time.
O pesquisador conduziu uma observação sistêmica do ecossistema para rastrear mudanças na biodiversidade ao longo do tempo.
2. In social sciences and education, a comprehensive examination of how elements within a system interact and influence one another
Through systemic observation in the classroom, teachers identified how student behavior patterns affected overall learning outcomes.
Por meio da observação sistêmica em sala de aula, os professores identificaram como os padrões de comportamento dos alunos afetavam os resultados de aprendizagem geral.
3. A research methodology that examines interconnected parts of a whole rather than isolated variables
Systemic observation of the company revealed that communication problems were rooted in organizational structure.
A observação sistêmica da empresa revelou que os problemas de comunicação estavam enraizados na estrutura organizacional.
In Brazilian academic and organizational contexts, 'observação sistêmica' is highly valued in fields such as education reform, organizational development, and environmental management. The concept aligns with growing interest in systems thinking and complexity theory. In the USA, systemic observation is fundamental to action research, program evaluation, and evidence-based practice in education and social services.
Related Idioms & Phrases
observar o quadro geral (to observe the big picture)
ver a floresta e as árvores (to see both the forest and the trees)
análise de raiz (root cause analysis)
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