scholarly journals On which common ground to build? Transferable knowledge across cases in transdisciplinary sustainability research

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriela Wuelser ◽  
Carolina Adler ◽  
Thomas Breu ◽  
Gertrude Hirsch Hadorn ◽  
Urs Wiesmann ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Common Ground ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Situated Knowledge ◽  
Ecological Context ◽  
Research Projects ◽  
Know How ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Social Ecological ◽  
Sustainability Research ◽  
Societal Problem

AbstractTo support societal problem solving, transdisciplinary research (TDR) uses knowledge co-production focusing on relevance and validity in a studied case and its particular social–ecological context. In the first instance, the resulting situated knowledge seems to be restricted to these single cases. However, if some of the knowledge generated in TDR could be used in other research projects, this would imply that there is a body of knowledge representing this special type of research. This study used a qualitative approach based on the methodology of grounded theory to empirically examine what knowledge is considered transferable to other cases, if any. 30 leaders of 12 Swiss-based TDR projects in the field of sustainable development were interviewed, representing both academia and practice. The transferable knowledge we found consists of the following: (1) Transdisciplinary principles, (2) transdisciplinary approaches, (3) systematic procedures, (4) product formats, (5) experiential know-how, (6) framings and (7) insights, data and information. The discussion of TDR has predominantly been focusing on transdisciplinary principles and approaches. In order to take knowledge co-production in TDR beyond an unmanageable field of case studies, more efforts in developing and critically discussing transferable knowledge of the other classes are needed, foremost systematic procedures, product formats and framings.

scholarly journals Achieving Social and Ecological Outcomes in Collaborative Environmental Governance: Good Examples from Swedish Moose Management

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 2329
Author(s):  
Sabrina Dressel ◽  
Annelie Sjölander-Lindqvist ◽  
Maria Johansson ◽  
Göran Ericsson ◽  
Camilla Sandström
Keyword(s):  
Social Learning ◽  
Environmental Governance ◽  
Collaborative Governance ◽  
Theory Of Change ◽  
Ecological Context ◽  
Discretionary Power ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Resource Governance ◽  
Social Ecological ◽  
The Social

Collaborative governance approaches have been suggested as strategies to handle wicked environmental problems. Evaluations have found promising examples of effective natural resource governance, but also highlighted the importance of social-ecological context and institutional design. The aim of this study was to identify factors that contribute to the achievement of social and ecological sustainability within Swedish moose (Alces alces) management. In 2012, a multi-level collaborative governance regime was implemented to decrease conflicts among stakeholders. We carried out semi-structured interviews with six ‘good examples’ (i.e., Moose Management Groups that showed positive social and ecological outcomes). We found that ‘good examples’ collectively identified existing knowledge gaps and management challenges and used their discretionary power to develop procedural arrangements that are adapted to the social-ecological context, their theory of change, and attributes of local actors. This contributed to the creation of bridging social capital and principled engagement across governance levels. Thus, our results indicate the existence of higher-order social learning as well as a positive feedback from within-level collaboration dynamics to between-level collaboration. Furthermore, our study illustrates the importance of institutional flexibility to utilize the existing knowledge across stakeholder groups and to allow for adaptations based on the social learning process.

scholarly journals Transformation of Livelihood Institutions and the Organization of Punan Dayak Communities in Berau District, East Kalimantan

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dyah Ita Mardiyaningsih
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Institutional Transformation ◽  
Institutional Setting ◽  
Working Relationships ◽  
Main Question ◽  
Subsistence Strategies ◽  
East Kalimantan ◽  
Social Ecological ◽  
Household Food ◽  
The Social

The social-ecological system of forests are changing with increasing modernity and has prompted the forest-dependent Dayak Punan community to adapt to the new conditions. In addition to changing livelihood structures, the institutional setting and social norms of subsistence strategies are also undergoing adaptation process. Therefore, the main question of this research is what institutional transformation are occuring of livelihoods in the Punan Dayak community as an adaptation to the modernity that entering the region where they live? A qualitative approach supported by quantitative data is used to obtain data and information in four Punan Dayak communities in Berau District, East Kalimantan. The level of dependence of Punan Dayak households on forests is declining, marked by increasing dominance of non-forest livelihood sources (i.e. wages and business). Institutions guiding the interaction between communities and the forest as a source of livelihoods, has also changed. In the four communities studied, the process of institutional transformation has produced four types of institutional organisations of subsistence vs. income dependent livelihoods, namely: subsistence-collective (livelihood activities to meet household food carried out in groups), subsistence-collective to commercial-contractual transition, commercial-collective (a livelihood activity aimed at earning money coordinated by the institution at the community level), and commercial-contractual (livelihood activities aimed at earning money/profits through formal working relationships individually or in groups).

scholarly journals EVALUASI PELAKSANAAN PPLK1 DI UNBAJA

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-17
Author(s):  
Haryati Haryati ◽  
Budi Mulyati
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Education Program ◽  
Time Management ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Accounting Education ◽  
Know How ◽  
Approach Method ◽  
The University

Learning Process of PPLK 1 or micro teaching was a Learning Process that learn about the practice of teaching for students that involves their classmates who became learners in the learning process. The purpose of this research were : 1) to know how to prepare PPLK 1 in UNBAJA, 2) to know how was learning process of PPLK 1 in UNBAJA, 3) to know how was the facility for PPLK 1 in UNBAJA. This research used qualitative approach method. The object of research were the dean of FKIP, lecturer of PPLK 1 and the students of Accounting Education Program on semester 6. In this research the data collection techniques were interview, observation and documentation. Data analysis in this research used descriptive qualitative. The results showed that thelearning process of PPLK 1 at the University of Banten Jaya has been running well, student learning process could perform in front class confidently and they could teach like as a teacher. However, the learning process still need improvements, especially in time management and procurement of infrastructure facilities to support the PPLK 1

Managing material value creation matters in integrated reporting

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Natasja Steenkamp ◽  
Roslyn Roberts
Keyword(s):  
South African ◽  
Value Creation ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
The Body ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Integrated Reporting ◽  
Process Information ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Body Of Knowledge

Purpose This paper aims to explore how advanced integrated report preparers internalise and operationalise material value creation information to manage the generation of such information for the integrated report. Design/methodology/approach The paper adopts a qualitative approach using in-depth semi-structured interviews to examine how information about material value creation matters in six South African organisations are managed. Findings The findings will be useful to integrated reporting adopters as to how they might implement appropriate processes and systems to determine, communicate, collect and process information about matters that substantively affect their value creation. Originality/value The paper contributes to the body of knowledge by providing insight on how material value creation matters are determined, communicated internally and information about such matters generated.

An Analysis of Hospitality and Tourism Research

2015 ◽  
pp. 359-381 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer Calhoun ◽  
Alecia Douglas
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Dynamic Environment ◽  
Triple Bottom Line ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Sustainable Competitive Advantage ◽  
Bottom Line ◽  
Tourism Research ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Sustainability Practices ◽  
Hospitality And Tourism

Learning organizations (LOs) have been identified as an innovative practice essential for global businesses to not only effectively compete in today's dynamic environment but also to achieve and maintain a sustainable competitive advantage and increase overall firm performance. The objective of this chapter is to examine the current body of knowledge on LOs and their impact on sustainability practices in an effort to identify what is being done by organizations, where knowledge is applied, and, how systems are created to influence sustainability practices. In the context of hospitality and tourism businesses, the literature examining LOs is limited though a wealth of studies have been conducted in the mainstream. Using a qualitative approach, a content analysis was conducted to investigate its impact on sustainability practices in hospitality and tourism organizations. The results indicate that destinations in particular have adopted this approach to compete globally and to address triple-bottom line sustainability.

The Transculturalized Diversity and Inclusion Model

2019 ◽  
pp. 349-368
Author(s):  
Charlotte L. V. Thoms ◽  
Sharon L. Burton
Keyword(s):  
The Body ◽  
Conceptual Frameworks ◽  
Know How ◽  
Diversity And Inclusion ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Inclusion Model ◽  
Survey Results

While the transculturalized diversity and inclusion (TD&I) model is a contemporaneous strategy for leadership and learning, it is the latest of the existing disability study models. This chapter reviews the development of the TD&I model from the leadership perspective to study arguments, experiences, and to investigate how this information apprises the construction and exercise of transcultural consciousness, expertise, know-how, traditions, determinations, happenstances, objectives, agreement, and learning. This exploration focuses on the implementation of the model and survey results as this transculturalized model is reasoned the appropriate tool to expose how different backgrounds can be utilized in achievement to blend variability, variation, and diversity into unity. Beginning with the initial conceptual frameworks, and the results of the data, this research details the TD&I model and how to implement it in today's environment of activating change and transformation. This information adds to the body of knowledge regarding disability, strategy, diversity, and inclusion for academics, practitioners, and learners.

scholarly journals Building the foundation for comprehensive suicide prevention – based on intention and planning in a social–ecological context

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eric D. Caine
Keyword(s):  
Suicide Prevention ◽  
Implementation Strategies ◽  
Premature Mortality ◽  
Key Populations ◽  
Clinical Services ◽  
Ecological Context ◽  
Primary Interest ◽  
Social Ecological ◽  
Prevention Programmes ◽  
Shared Culture

Abstract National suicide prevention programmes that have been successful in reducing rates or keeping them low have been intentional, with collective alignment of local, regional and national priorities. Prevention efforts must begin well before individuals become suicidal, complementing readily available clinical services that address the needs of acutely distressed persons. These efforts, which focus on the antecedent risks and vulnerabilities of key populations, have the potential to diminish premature mortality from multiple causes, even as reducing suicide is the outcome of primary interest. In this commentary, I consider four key challenges that must be confronted in order to develop effective, broadly reaching systemic strategies that, at once, can be adapted locally while being implemented nationally – challenges that are framed in a social–ecological context. They involve defining the scope of the problem, meeting essential data needs, developing and modelling measurable implementation strategies and building prevention efforts based on shared culture and values.

scholarly journals Stochastic cognitive mapping to build common ground for selecting cases in research projects

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 913-926 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jukka Tikkanen ◽  
Arto Haara ◽  
Liz Dinnie ◽  
Dominik Reusser ◽  
Teppo Hujala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Common Ground ◽  
Cognitive Mapping ◽  
Research Projects

An Integrated Framework of Knowledge Management

2003 ◽  
Vol 02 (03) ◽  
pp. 245-252 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meliha Handzic
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Common Ground ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Holistic View ◽  
Integrated Framework ◽  
Know How ◽  
The Core ◽  
Knowledge Processes ◽  
Units Of Analysis ◽  
Organisational Factors

One of the most interesting aspects of knowledge management (KM) is the striking diversity of the field. A wide variety of frameworks of KM have recently appeared in the literature reflecting different emphases and meanings of the term to different people. While all different views are acknowledged, there is a need to integrate and reconcile the demands of each view. An integrated framework proposed here brings together different perspectives on knowledge management and provides a unifying view based on descriptive and inductive inquiry. The core of the framework is a two-by-two matrix with 'explicit' and 'tacit' 'know-that' and 'know-how' dimensions of working knowledge. Working knowledge is affected by processes that generate, transfer and apply knowledge. Technological and organisational factors act as enablers that influence knowledge processes. By providing a holistic view, common ground, consistent terminology and units of analysis, it is hoped that the proposed framework may be useful in enhancing understanding and in providing guidance for the future research and practice of knowledge management.

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