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Social science theory for environmental sustainability : a practical guide / Marc J. Stern Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation, College of Natural Resources and Environment, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA, and The Center for Leadership in Global Sustainability.

Author/creator Stern, Marc J.
Format Electronic and Book
EditionFirst edition.
Publication InfoOxford, United Kingdom : Oxford University Press, 2018.
Descriptionxii, 295 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Supplemental Content Full text available from Oxford Scholarship Online Biology
Subject(s)
Series Techniques in ecology and convervation series
Techniques in ecology and conservation series.
Contents Introduction: Why would you want to read a book about social science theory? -- Part I: How our brains work (or don't) and some ideas of what to do about it: Cognitive biases and limitations. -- Part II: The theories: Finding useful theories when and where you need them -- Theories of motivation, cognition, and reasoning -- Morals, institutions, culture, and identity-based theories -- Trust, negotiation, and public involvement -- Organizational theories -- Systems theories. -- Part III: Putting the theories to use: Vignettes -- Putting it all together.
Abstract "This novel book provides an accessible survey of a broad range of theories widely applicable to environmental problems that students and practitioners can apply to their work. It serves as a simple reference guide to illuminate the value and utility of social science theories for the practice of environmental conservation. As part of the Techniques in Ecology and Conservation Series, it will be a vital resource for conservation scientists, students, and practitioners to better navigate the social complexities of applying their work to real-world problem-solving."--Page 4 of cover.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (pages 275-287) and index.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2018940565
ISBN0198793189 hardcover
ISBN9780198793182 hardcover
ISBN9780198793199 paperback
ISBN0198793197 paperback

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