Abstract for: Before, during, after: When and how to build causal loop diagrams in interviews?

What is the best way to create a causal loop diagram from an interview? In this immersive workshop we will share our experience and explore three approaches to creating a CLD: Before, during and after the interview. Participants will create small CLDs to experience and discuss the benefits and pitfalls of the different approaches. The workshop will cover approaches to constructing and validating CLDs before, during, and after interviews, including: - Designing interviews to elicit feedback structure - Transitioning from narrative data to variables and causal links - Validating system structures derived from textual data (interviews, or reports) - Reflecting on the alignment between the goal of the model and the approach to develop it Participants should bring their own computers with their preferred CLD software loaded. If you do not have software show up 30 minutes early to learn and get a quick intro into KUMU software. Participants should have knowledge of the components and structure of CLDs, and be prepared to interact with others.