Mapping Concepts with Fisherfolk

2010 ◽  
pp. 301-315
Author(s):  
Denis Hellebrandt
Keyword(s):  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Complex Systems ◽  
Concept Mapping ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Southern Brazil ◽  
Research Projects ◽  
Small Scale Fisheries ◽  
Conceptual Background ◽  
Accessible Format

This chapter aims to show how concept mapping is a technique which is capable of representing complex systems in an accessible format and offers excellent opportunities for collaboration and meaningful learning. Effective communication is at the foundation of collaborative learning and concept mapping is expressly used in this research to facilitate the dialogue between participants and researcher. The chapter starts out by situating the reader by way of a conceptual background about complex systems, followed by the basis for the application of concept mapping in this project and the specific research context - a case study of small-scale fisheries in southern Brazil. Then, an account of the use of concept mapping during the fieldwork is given, with an assessment of the technique. The chapter ends with a reflection on the experience gained so far and comments on the application of collaborative learning in similar research projects.

scholarly journals An Empirical Analysis of the Social and Ecological Outcomes of State Subsidies for Small-Scale Fisheries: A Case Study from Chile

2011 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolin I. Mondaca-Schachermayer ◽  
Jaime Aburto ◽  
Georgina Cundill ◽  
Domingo Lancellotti ◽  
Carlos Tapia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Analysis ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Small Scale Fisheries ◽  
The Social ◽  
State Subsidies

scholarly journals Transnational Localism: Empowerment through Standard Setting in Small-Scale Fisheries

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 143-165 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jerneja Penca
Keyword(s):  
International Law ◽  
Market Access ◽  
Political Influence ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Fisheries Governance ◽  
Small Scale Fisheries ◽  
Transnational Law ◽  
Marine Stewardship Council ◽  
Technical Rules

AbstractIn order to advance both the mapping and theorizing of transnational law, this article considers a range of tactics used by small-scale fisheries (SSFs) in Europe and North America to improve market access, political influence, and legal recognition. Transnational law enables the framing of initiatives not only as implementation practices that occur as a result of international law, but also as transnational regulation in support of SSFs. The article uses the case study of SSFs to draw attention to the rise of ‘transnational localism’. This is defined as the reinforcement of local-specific approaches (reflecting local ecologies, values, and socio-economic specificities) within a transnational structure that provides support and recognition. It offers an alternative to the view that globalization necessitates global, uniform regulatory solutions. Transnational localism challenges the fascination with large certification schemes such as that administered by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) in fisheries governance. It implies a need to reconcile transnational challenges with heterogeneous values and community approaches. To capture the simultaneous demand for the local and transnational within transnational law, this article proposes treating the described empowerment tactics within the scope of transnational standards. This requires a rethinking of standards away from fixed technical rules that are uniformly applicable across the globe.

MPA as management tools for small-scale fisheries: The case study of Arrábida Marine Protected Area (Portugal)

2011 ◽  
Vol 54 (2) ◽  
pp. 137-147 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marisa I. Batista ◽  
Filipa Baeta ◽  
Maria J. Costa ◽  
Henrique N. Cabral
Keyword(s):  
Protected Area ◽  
Marine Protected Area ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Management Tools ◽  
Small Scale Fisheries
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