The Principle of Characterization as a Systemic Paradigm of Safety: Experiments and Applications

Abstract

This work is devoted to promoting the principle of characterization, treated as a systemic paradigm binding in an integral whole the functional and structural aspects of any organization, under-stood as a deliberate relationship of related resources. The principle of characterization and the specific characterization theories built on its basis belong to the methodology of systemic research. Its essence is the axioms contained in model Ψa of the proper functioning, which are assigned to the relationships contained in model Ψb of the structure of this organization. The functional-structural paradigm considered is characteristic primarily of project activity in which an efficient structural response to a certain problem of the correct (safe) functioning of the organization as a whole or its considered part is sought after.

Trends in Educational Research for Sustainable Development in Postgraduate Education Programs at a University in Peru

“…In this regard, the methods of systematization of experiences [30] and grounded theory applied to educational research were combined with the use of ATLAS.ti [31]. While the systematization of experiences has an exceptional value in rescuing the experiences of educational actors and allows a point of arrival in the form of a characterization of the study phenomenon [28], it is complemented by the analytical procedures of grounded theory and the possibilities offered by ATLAS.ti software to improve qualitative analytical practice in education [31].…”

“…In this regard, this paper is devoted to promoting the characterization principle, treated as a systemic paradigm that links-in an integral whole-the functional and structural aspects of any organization, understood as a deliberate relationship of related resources. The characterization principle and the specific characterization theories built on its basis belong to the methodology of systemic research [28]. Many of the qualitative research methods developed in the social sciences are suitable for exploring research questions relevant to the systems field and fit well with systems thinking, among which grounded theory for the investigation of subjective experience and meaning stands out for its usefulness [29].…”