Participatory agent-based modeling and simulation of rice production and labor migrations in Northeast Thailand

Naivinit, Warong; Page, Christophe Le; Trébuil, Guy; Gajaseni, Nantana

doi:10.1016/j.envsoft.2010.01.012

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“…The approach is scalable to incorporate various actor forms, from individual to firm to inanimate systems (e.g. rice cultivation patterns), providing a less abstracted representation of reality than a pure mathematical model (Naivinit et al 2010). Rules that govern behaviours also range from simplistic 'if-then' statements to complex algorithms that incorporate patterns of learning and subsequent behavioural change (Batten 2009).…”

Section: System Dynamic Modelling and Agent-based Modellingmentioning

confidence: 98%

Exploring the potential of participatory systems thinking techniques in progressing SLCA

McCabe

Halog

2016

Int J Life Cycle Assess

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Purpose There are a range of systems thinking-based methods well established for participatory actions that allow for greater integration of various mental models and understanding of systems that should be considered in advancing engagement methods in SLCA. This paper highlights the potential application of participatory modelling approaches based in systems thinking theory as a potential entry point in stakeholder inclusion and understanding impact pathways and system behaviour in social life cycle assessment (SLCA). Methods We discuss the application of various systems thinking methodologies to SLCA, along with pertinent examples from literature, and develop a framework that integrates both methodologies.Results and discussion Here we propose three distinct benefits of group modelling approaches; (1) procedural benefits through the ability to be inclusive of mental models, various perspectives and enhance stakeholder conceptualisation of a system; and the ability to combine both (2) qualitative and (3) quantitative analysis techniques under a cohesive framework. We propose the specific merits of combining the use of agentbased (AB) and system dynamic (SD) modelling in SLCA due to the emphasis upon consumer decisions and behaviour and the inherently dynamic non-linear cause-effect chains that are common in social systems. Conclusions We conclude that many facets of participatory modelling techniques can align with SLCA across the methodology, particularly if enhanced consideration of stakeholders and their various values is desired. We recommend the further development and inclusion of participatory systems thinking-based frameworks to advance the SLCA methodology with specific reference to the ability to enhance interpretation through the analysis of feedbacks that may not be addressed in current approaches.

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Section: System Dynamic Modelling and Agent-based Modellingmentioning

confidence: 98%

Exploring the potential of participatory systems thinking techniques in progressing SLCA

McCabe

Halog

2016

Int J Life Cycle Assess

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“…For the Chitwan Valley in Nepal, Massey et al (2010) found that environmental degradation is strongly related to local migration, but only weakly related to long-distance migration. Human capital and having a network (friends and relatives at the destination), in particular, were important for distant moves (see also Naivinit et al 2010;World Bank 2011;UN RCHCO 2013). Migration is an important way for households to adapt to environmental change, but which households make use of this strategy and how they do depends on the household context.…”

Section: Migrationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…They found that the presence of a fishery creates a reciprocal dependence -the order of access to fish is the opposite of the order of access to water -that increases the resilience of the decentralized solution. Some researchers have also built ABMs collaboratively with those being modelled, as a means of facilitating cooperation and resource sharing (Barnaud et al 2007;Naivinit et al 2010;Barnaud et al 2006).…”

Section: Agent-based Modellingmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The IDT approach departs from companion modelling style approaches, where the model is built through an interactive process involving the stakeholders that the model represents (Barnaud et al 2007;Gurung et al 2006;Naivinit et al 2010;Naivinit et al 2008;Hoanh et al 2008). Companion modelling exercises are typically undertaken to facilitate shared learning and enhance cooperation that can address existing conflicts.…”

Section: Games and Educationmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Demonstrating complexity with a roleplaying simulation: investing in water in the Indrawati Subbasin, Nepal

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Lapp²,

Wannop³

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1631985 2015 Research ReportsThe publications in this series cover a wide range of subjects-from computer modeling to experience with water user associations-and vary in content from directly applicable research to more basic studies, on which applied work ultimately depends. Some research reports are narrowly focused, analytical and detailed empirical studies; others are wide-ranging and synthetic overviews of generic problems.Although most of the reports are published by IWMI staff and their collaborators, we welcome contributions from others. Each report is reviewed internally by IWMI staff, and by external reviewers. The reports are published and distributed both in hard copy and electronically (www.iwmi.org) and where possible all data and analyses will be available as separate downloadable files. Reports may be copied freely and cited with due acknowledgment. About IWMIIWMI's mission is to provide evidence-based solutions to sustainably manage water and land resources for food security, people's livelihoods and the environment. IWMI works in partnership with governments, civil society and the private sector to develop scalable agricultural water management solutions that have a tangible impact on poverty reduction, food security and ecosystem health.

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“…The companion modeling (ComMod) approach appeared relatively frequently (N = 10) in the sample (Batten 2009;Leclerc et al 2009;Campo et al 2010;Lagabrielle et al 2010;Naivinit et al 2010;Ruankaew et al 2010;Sandker et al 2010;Simon and Etienne 2010;Worrapimphong et al 2010;Barnaud et al 2013). Projects using this genuine participatory approach usually produce (most often agentbased) models representing local/regional societies and respective environments that aim to make actors' decisions explicit, elicit discussion, and facilitate solutions to the problems.…”

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A functional-dynamic reflection on participatory processes in modeling projects

Seidl

2015

Ambio

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The participation of nonscientists in modeling projects/studies is increasingly employed to fulfill different functions. However, it is not well investigated if and how explicitly these functions and the dynamics of a participatory process are reflected by modeling projects in particular. In this review study, I explore participatory modeling projects from a functional-dynamic process perspective. The main differences among projects relate to the functions of participation-most often, more than one per project can be identified, along with the degree of explicit reflection (i.e., awareness and anticipation) on the dynamic process perspective. Moreover, two main approaches are revealed: participatory modeling covering diverse approaches and companion modeling. It becomes apparent that the degree of reflection on the participatory process itself is not always explicit and perfectly visible in the descriptions of the modeling projects. Thus, the use of common protocols or templates is discussed to facilitate project planning, as well as the publication of project results. A generic template may help, not in providing details of a project or model development, but in explicitly reflecting on the participatory process. It can serve to systematize the particular project's approach to stakeholder collaboration, and thus quality management.

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Participatory agent-based modeling and simulation of rice production and labor migrations in Northeast Thailand

Cited by 63 publications

References 8 publications

Exploring the potential of participatory systems thinking techniques in progressing SLCA

Exploring the potential of participatory systems thinking techniques in progressing SLCA

Demonstrating complexity with a roleplaying simulation: investing in water in the Indrawati Subbasin, Nepal

A functional-dynamic reflection on participatory processes in modeling projects

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