A feature of the management of natural resources in the coastal zone is that it involves multiple stakeholders. It has been suggested that the effectiveness of coastal management relies on the cooperation of this multitude of stakeholders in decision-making. This study reports on the findings of an investigation into the modes of interaction used by coastal researchers to communicate with stakeholders. A qualitative research methodology was used through both telephone and in-depth face-toface interviews to elucidate the mechanisms of interaction and, in turn, produce a typology of interaction modes. It was found that there were five main modes of interaction: Limited; Mediator Achieved; Key Stakeholder; Full Interaction and Mixed and that the discipline area in which the researcher worked did not dictate their preferred mode of interaction. It was concluded that although there are a number of limitations to effective participation, these interactions have significant implications for meaningful participation in the management of coastal resources.
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Jessica Milligan
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University of East Anglia
Jeremy Hills
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University of Newcastle upon Tyne
Tim Smith
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CSIRO Sustainable Ecosystems
Martin Le Tissier
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University of Newcastle upon Tyne
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ISSN
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1824-2049
Publication Name:
Journal of Science Communication
Volume:
3
Number:
3
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