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Conceptualizing Sustainability: Simulating Concrete Possibilities in an Imperfect World.
- Source :
- Local Environment; Jun2007, Vol. 12 Issue 3, p279-293, 15p, 1 Chart, 4 Graphs, 1 Map
- Publication Year :
- 2007
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Abstract
- This paper uses a cultural model approach to interpret and analyse the impact of an interactive computer simulation tool (GB-Quest) on the possibility of fostering dialogue about sustainability in southwestern British Columbia, Canada. We define cultural models theory, compare cultural models to mental models and illustrate some basic features of cultural models. We then describe the research process in which participants engaged in conversation, guided and facilitated by GB-Quest, about sustainability. Findings suggest that the use of cultural models frameworks reinforces participants' understanding of sustainability. In reflecting on their prior models of sustainability, we argue that study participants can elucidate how cognitive conceptual resources reflect publicly shared knowledge (Turner, 2004). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 13549839
- Volume :
- 12
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Local Environment
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 24827728
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/13549830601183362