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Resources & Social Science

This resource provides various social science conceptual frameworks and research questions related to parks, recreation, and open space. It explores the human dimensions of natural resource management and offers ideas for data collection on people's interaction with these environments.

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Resources & Social Science

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  1. ESRM 304November 17, 2008 Resources & Social Science Conceptual Frameworks, Research Questions Kathleen L. Wolf, Ph.D.kwolf@u.washington.eduwww.cfr.washington.edu/research.envmind

  2. ESRM 304 LabSocial Science St. Edward State Park - recreation evaluation There are many social questions about parks, rec, and open space! 30 minute essay – due Monday parks and people issue/dynamic what would be a research question?(1-2 sentences idea(s) for data collection about people

  3. human dimensionsof naturalresourcemgmtwww.hd.gov

  4. Readings • Research Methods: • • Bryman, & Cramer. 1997. Quantitative Data Analysis: A Guide for Social Scientists. • • Galvan, J. L. 2004. Writing Literature Reviews: A Guide for Students of the Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2nd Edition. Chapter 5: Analyzing Literature from the Viewpoint of a Researcher. • • Shoemaker, et al. 2000. Social Science Methodologies for Studying Individuals’ Responses in Human Issues in Horticulture Research. HortTechnology.

  5. Reserve Books • Research Methods: • Creswell. 1994. Research Design: Qualitative & Quantitative Approaches. • Robson. 1993. Real World Research: A Resource for Social Scientists and Practitioner-Researchers. • Zeisel. 1981. Inquiry by Design: Tools for Environment-Behavior Research.

  6. “preferring simplicity is not denial of complexity, but,clarification of the significant” an architect somewhere

  7. Process of Scientific Investigation decide on a focus develop research questions report what you’ve found choose a research strategy carry out analysis select methods arrange practicalities collect the data

  8. Conceptual Framework Primary Research Questions Framework may include hypotheses Framework is project skeleton develop subquestions operationalize questions field methods data collection Examples

  9. Framework Basics! Who? Where? Why? plan manage evaluate forecast fund theory on-site near, off-site community region state users general populace stakeholders managers decision-makers

  10. Study 1:Urban Forestry & Shopping Environments

  11. Main Streets & Central Business Districts

  12. Urban Forestry & Shopping Environments Visual quality - visual preference? Ratings of varied images of streetscape conditions Shopper perceptions? Maintenance and upkeep Product quality Merchant interaction Shopper patronage? Travel time & distance Length of stay Willingness-to-pay for products

  13. www.cfr.washington.edu/research.envmind

  14. Study 2:Urban Youth, Urban Forest Restoration, & Personal Development

  15. Urban Youth, Urban Forestry Restoration, & Personal Development Psychological development Self-concept and identity Confidence and self-efficacy Social development Improved family dynamics Community leadership Career development Ecological literacy Natural resource career knowledge & interest

  16. Study 3:Private Landowners, Nonpoint Source Pollution, & Land Management

  17. Stormwater quality Stormwater quantity Salmon habitat Nonpoint sources Cumulative effects

  18. Private Landowners, Nonpoint Source Pollution & Land Management Learning effectiveness? Judgments of internet, site visits, print materials, classes, etc. Motivations to adopt behavior? Environmental ethic Economic gain External influences Satisfactions after doing recommended BMPs? Landscape stewardship Intrinsic pleasure or value Health of personal land and animals

  19. Sources for Conceptual Framework? • Theory • Prior Studies • Case Studies • Pilot Study • Personal Experiences • Field Managers & Experts

  20. ESRM 304 LabSocial Science St. Edward State Park - recreation evaluation There are many social questions about parks, rec, and open space! 30 minute essay – due Monday parks and people issue/dynamic what would be a research question?(1-2 sentences idea(s) for data collection about people

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