Chaos, Topology, and Social Organization.

Marion, Russ

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ERIC Number: EJ441197

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Publication Date: 1992

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Chaos, Topology, and Social Organization.

Marion, Russ

Journal of School Leadership, v2 n2 p144-77 Apr 1992

Applies chaos theory to complex social organization, beginning with a mathematical definition of chaos. Shows how a nonlinear equation might be used to describe organization. The conclusion section identifies three approaches to analyzing chaos in social organization: metaphorical analysis, mathematical modeling, and data collection. (36 references) (MLH)

Descriptors: Chaos Theory, Data Collection, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education, Mathematical Models, Multivariate Analysis, Organizational Theories, Probability, Social Science Research, Social Structure

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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