Participation and Interaction in Foresight - Dialogue, Dissemination and Visions (Hardcover)

The ten national foresight case studies presented, covering a wide-ranging set of themes (research, science and technology, education and training and the environment) and countries, help to underline the practical aspects of using dialogue and participation effectively in foresight exercises. The book is particularly useful in defining the concept of dialogue, debate, interaction and participation and in outlining a range of uses in different foresight contexts. This book constitutes an important contribution to the futures field and will prove an inspiration to those embarking on foresight exercises and similar open, participatory forward-looking processes.' - Jennifer Cassingena Harper, Malta Council for Science and TechnologyThis illuminating book combines theory and practice to analyze the experiences and impacts of foresight activities in various European countries. It includes case studies with a focus on different societal issues including national development, science and technology, and sustainable development. The contributors expertly describe and analyze foresight projects carried out in countries at various stages of economic development including mature market economies, transition economies and young democracies. The theoretical chapters on stakeholder participation, negotiation and dialogue, learning, and visioning are useful in the planning and analyses of foresight activities. The case study chapters explicitly demonstrate how the societal context can influence the planning and impact of foresight policy. Scholars of foresight and technology assessment will find plenty of information in this invaluable book. It will also prove essential for Masters courses on foresight or future studies, and public policy courses with a focus on future policy and planning. Contributors: A. Alvarenga, K. Borch, P. De Smedt, S.M. Dingli, E. Goell, L. Groff, E. Hideg, T. Kristof, C. Kroeze, F. Merida, E. Nemcova, E. Novaky, L.A. Pace, O. Saritas, M. Sogaard Jorgensen, S.I.P. Stalpers

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Imprint:	Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	April 2013
Editors:	Kristian Borch • Sandra Dingli • Michael Sogaard Jorgensen
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 23mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	352
ISBN-13:	978-1-78195-613-7
Categories:	Books > Business & Economics > Economics > Political economy Books > Science & Mathematics > Science: general issues > Industrial applications of scientific research & technological innovation Promotions
LSN:	1-78195-613-8
Barcode:	9781781956137

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