Chapter 13 discussed managing complex systems and chapter 15 introduced the advantages of visual decision support. Discuss how you would combine the two concepts to create visualizations for an ABM-Based Gaming simulation for policy-making. First, describe what specific policy you’re trying to create. Let’s stick with the SmartCity scenario. Describe a specific policy (that you […]

Read Chapter 7 in Harrison and pay close attention to the Key Terms on page 240, and especially focus on: electioneering, lobby, political action committee (PAC), and social capital. Visit the web-site www.fec.org and assess its content. Questions 1 answer this question first: How do you think the Internet has changed how interest groups operate? […]