The educational document series is intended for self-contained learning modules that build on principles of feedback systems and system dynamics. Learning modules can be assembled from one or more components including instructors' notes, slide packs, authored mini-simulators, microworlds and user guides. The main purpose of the series is to expose new educational materials to academic scrutiny and to test software and documentation with demanding users.
Testing leads to refinement and improvement.
Just as working papers are often revised and published, so software and documentation in the educational document series may ultimately be published. You can try out and experiment with the Electricity Markets Microworld , a computer simulation of the deregulated electricity markets. People Express and Beefeater Restaurants are good examples of published and widely-available microworlds. Archiving of the educational document series is handled in the same way as academic working papers. Documents are kept on file at London Business School.