Beyond the Essential Contestation: Construction and Deconstruction of Regional Identity

Klooster, Susan A. van 't; Asselt, M.B.A. van; Koenis, Sjaak

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“…We realize that there are a number of debates in the identity literature regarding, for example, whether the subject actually has a 'true' inner core (as in some sociological formulations) or is completely decentered (as in some postmodern conceptualizations) (seeVan T'Klooster et al, 2002). The crucial point for our analysis is that identity is (re)constructed through interaction and in relation to socio-cultural context, a view that these sometimes differing conceptualizations share.…”

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Ecological Identity Work in Higher Education: Theoretical Perspectives and a Case Study

Hayes-Conroy

Vanderbeck

2005

Ethics, Place & Environment

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This paper develops and extends the concept of ecological identity work through an investigation of issues of identity among students studying the environment at one US university. We conceptualize identity work as both an individual and group process through which students locate themselves in relation to particular, relatively preformed ecological identities, while also attempting to redefine the boundaries of ecological identity itself. Using interview and participant observation data we ask what kinds of ecological identity work takes place among students and who is involved in defining and policing ecological identities. We argue that this approach can contribute to our understanding of the relationship between environmental education, philosophy and action.

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Ecological Identity Work in Higher Education: Theoretical Perspectives and a Case Study

Hayes-Conroy

Vanderbeck

2005

Ethics, Place & Environment

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Public Participation in Sustainability Science

Clark

Wokaun

2003

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This book discusses how citizens can participate more effectively in sustainability science and environmental policy debates. It discusses designs for participatory procedures, and experiences of their application to issues of global change. While the focus is on citizen participation, the involvement of specific stakeholders - including water managers and venture capitalists - is also addressed. The book describes how focus group methods were combined with the interactive use of computer models into new forms of participation, tested with six hundred citizens. The results are discussed in relation to other important topics, including greenhouse gas and water management. By combining this with an examination of issues of interactive governance and developing country participation, the book provides state-of-the-art, practical insights for students, researchers and policy makers alike.

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