Título: Application of Systems Thinking in Scientific Research in Engineering and Science: An Interdisciplinary Approach

Autor(es): ASCANTA OTACOMA DORIS AIDÉ, MONTENEGRO SIMANCAS VICTOR JAVIER, RAMIREZ PAREDES FERNANDO RENATO

Fecha de publicación: 28-mar-2025

Resumen: This study analyzes the integration of systems thinking with the quantitative scientific method in the teaching of research in engineering and applied sciences. It demonstrates that systems thinking enables a better understanding of complex problems by considering the interrelation between variables, facilitating system modeling in various fields. The results obtained through statistical analysis indicate a significant improvement in students' academic performance after implementing the systems approach. The Wilcoxon test showed a p-value of 5.539 × 10⁻¹⁰, confirming that grades significantly improved in the second evaluation. Additionally, the Shapiro-Wilk normality test revealed that the analyzed variables (nota-1, nota-2, dt1, dt2) do not follow a normal distribution, justifying the use of non-parametric methods. Overall, systems thinking-based teaching reduces learning variability, helping students acquire a more structured knowledge. The findings suggest that this approach can be a valuable tool for teaching research methodology in engineering and applied sciences.

Palabras clave: Systems thinking, system dynamics, scientific research, engineering education

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56294/dm2025767

ISSN: 2953-4917

Tipo publicación: Artículo