EDA 802 – Advanced Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking [Jan 2026]
Categories: Doctorate of Education Leadership
About Course
This course delves into sophisticated strategic planning and systems thinking, equipping students with the tools to develop high-impact initiatives that align with and enhance institutional missions.
Students will learn advanced methods of strategic analysis, scenario planning, and systems-based approaches to organizational development, preparing them to lead complex change efforts in educational institutions.
What Will You Learn?
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of strategic planning and systems thinking concepts.
- Develop comprehensive strategic plans that enhance institutional missions.
- Apply systems thinking to analyze and solve complex organizational challenges.
- Lead and manage strategic change initiatives within educational institutions.
- Evaluate the success of strategic plans and adjust strategies as necessary.
Course Content
Live Session Recording
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Live Session 1
43:53 -
Live Session 2
30:21 -
Live Session 3
27:13 -
Live Session 4
14:12 -
Live Session 5
12:28 -
Live Session 6
19:34 -
Live Session 7
08:21
Week 1: Introduction to Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
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Introduction to Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
01:51 -
LO1: Define key Concepts and Components of Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
08:57 -
LO2: Describe major Frameworks and Methodologies applied in Strategic Planning
12:44 -
LO3: Analyze the Link between Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
10:15 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 2: Mission and Vision Alignment
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Mission and Vision Alignment
01:59 -
LO1: Explain how to Analyze and Refine Institutional Mission Statements
10:07 -
LO2: Apply Strategies to Align Strategic Initiatives with Organizational Vision
09:46 -
LO3: Evaluate the Consistency between Mission, Vision, and Strategic Alignment
09:50 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 3: Environmental Scanning and Analysis
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Environmental Scanning and Analysis
03:32 -
LO1: Describe Techniques used for conducting Environmental Scanning
10:14 -
LO2: Apply SWOT and other Tools to assess Institutional Context
09:47 -
LO3: Understand how Environmental Scanning informs Strategic Decisions
10:17 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 4: Strategic Goals and Objectives Development
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Strategic Goals and Objectives Development
03:06 -
LO1: Define the Criteria for setting SMART Goals and Objectives
08:38 -
LO2: Construct Linkages between Strategic Goals and Institutional Priorities
09:17 -
LO3: Evaluate the Effectiveness of SMART Goals in achieving Priorities
07:32 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 5: Scenario Planning and Forecasting
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Scenario Planning and Forecasting
03:50 -
LO1: Explain Methods for developing Alternative Future Scenarios
09:11 -
LO2: Apply Strategic Forecasting Techniques to support Long-Term Planning
07:28 -
LO3: Integrate how Scenario Planning enhances Strategic Formulation
10:13 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 6: Systems Thinking in Educational Leadership
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Systems Thinking in Educational Leadership
04:16 -
LO1: Describe the Principles and Concepts underlying Systems Thinking
08:07 -
LO2: Demonstrate Application of Systems Thinking to Institutions
10:15 -
LO3: Evaluate the Role of Systems Thinking in Institutional Improvement
09:38 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 7: Strategic Decision-Making Processes
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Strategic Decision-Making Processes
03:08 -
LO1: Explain various Models of Decision-Making used in Strategic Planning
07:53 -
LO2: Apply Analytical Tools to support effective Strategic Decision-Making
06:16 -
LO3: Assess the Quality of Strategic Decisions using Frameworks
11:04 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 8: Mid-Term Exam
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Mid-Term Exam
08:53 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Questions
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Short Answer Questions
Week 9: Implementation of Strategic Plans
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Implementation of Strategic Plans
04:09 -
LO1: Describe the Sequential Steps involved in executing a Strategic Plan
10:30 -
LO2: Identify and Analyze Barriers that hinder effective Implementation
09:12 -
LO3: Evaluate Strategies to ensure Successful Plan Execution
08:46 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 10: Monitoring and Evaluating Strategic Initiatives
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Monitoring and Evaluating Strategic Initiatives
04:47 -
LO1: Explain Techniques used for Monitoring Strategic Progress and Outcomes
08:45 -
LO2: Apply Evaluation Frameworks to measure the Effectiveness of Strategic Initiatives
11:11 -
LO3: Understand the Role of Monitoring in Strategic Improvement
09:56 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 11: Systems Dynamics and Feedback Loops
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Systems Dynamics and Feedback Loops
04:45 -
LO1: Define key Concepts of Systems Dynamics and Feedback Mechanisms
10:02 -
LO2: Analyze how Feedback Loops influence Performance
09:48 -
LO3: Evaluate the Integration of Systems Dynamics in Planning and Feedback
09:08 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 12: Strategic Leadership and Change Management
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Strategic Leadership and Change Management
04:17 -
LO1: Describe Leadership Roles needed for Strategic Change
09:00 -
LO2: Apply Best Practices in managing Organizational Change
09:10 -
LO3: Understand how Leadership supports Sustainable Change
08:46 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 13: Institutional Culture and Strategic Planning
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Institutional Culture and Strategic Planning
03:18 -
LO1: Explain the Role of Institutional Culture in Strategic Outcomes
09:37 -
LO2: Apply Strategies to align Organizational Culture with Strategic Objectives
09:08 -
LO3: Evaluate how Cultural Alignment enhances Strategic Plan Implementation
10:33 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 14: Case Studies in Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
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Case Studies in Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
02:33 -
LO1: Analyze successful and unsuccessful Strategic Planning Case Studies
09:10 -
LO2: Summarize Lessons learned from Systems Thinking Applications in real contexts
08:56 -
LO3: Evaluate Best Practices derived from Case Studies to improve Strategic Processes
09:17 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 15: Global Trends in Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
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Global Trends in Strategic Planning and Systems Thinking
04:10 -
LO1: Describe emerging Global Trends affecting Strategic Planning in Education
09:11 -
LO2: Analyze the Impact of Global Challenges on Organizational Strategies
10:24 -
LO3: Evaluate Adaptive Strategies for Global Educational Leadership
10:06 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Key Terms and Concepts Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
Week 16: Final Exam or Project
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Final Exam or Project
05:21 -
Multiple Choice Questions
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True/False Questions
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Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
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Short Answer Questions
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Written Assignment
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Presentation Task
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Role-Playing Activity
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Peer Review Task
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Exercises and Activities Adaptation
