Criteria for Citizen Science – A source of community empowerment or a barrier?

Gitte Kragh*, Liesbeth Gijsel, Cristina Luís, Andrea Sforzi, Annelies Duerinckx, Florian Heigl, Patricia Tiago, Jacqueline Goldin, Darlene Cavalier, Daniel Dörler

*Corresponding author af dette arbejde

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Abstract

Citizen science (CS) initiatives are diverse, leading to a complex landscape of approaches and terminology. To address this complexity and foster a shared understanding, criteria were co-created with CS researchers, practitioners and citizen scientists to guide project inclusion on online CS platforms. At the ECSA2024 conference workshop, participants discussed the utility of these criteria, sharing experiences and reflections. The workshop employed a fishbowl exercise followed by a world café setup to delve into key topics such as project evaluation and progression, criteria and terminology application, and potential barriers to inclusion. Participants expressed caution regarding mandatory criteria, emphasizing the need for flexibility, particularly in the social sciences and humanities. While some criteria may enhance project communication and funding prospects, concerns were raised about the Eurocentric nature and global applicability of the criteria. Despite limited familiarity and implementation of existing criteria, there is a growing understanding of their potential importance and usefulness within the CS community. Challenges remain regarding implementation processes and project exclusion concerns, but positive examples showcase the potential benefits of embracing criteria in CS networks and platforms.
OriginalsprogEngelsk
TitelChange – The transformative power of citizen science
Antal sider5
ForlagPensoft Publishers
Publikationsdato30 sep. 2024
Sider7-11
ISBN (Elektronisk)978-619-248-134-6
StatusUdgivet - 30 sep. 2024
BegivenhedEuropean Citizen Science Association 2024 Conference: Change - Vienna, Østrig
Varighed: 3 apr. 20246 apr. 2024
https://2024.ecsa.ngo/

Konference

KonferenceEuropean Citizen Science Association 2024 Conference: Change
Land/OmrådeØstrig
ByVienna
Periode03/04/202406/04/2024
Internetadresse
NavnARPHA Proceedings
Nummer6
ISSN2683-0183

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