posted on 2023-05-18, 23:55authored byMartin, V, Smith, L, Bowling, A, Christidis, L, Lloyd, D, Gretta PeclGretta Pecl
Public participation in science is burgeoning, yet little is known about factors that influence potential volunteers. We present results from a national survey of 1,145 marine users to uncover the drivers and barriers to a sightings based, digital marine citizen science project. Knowledge of marine species is the most significant barrier and driver for participation. Many marine users perceive that they have insufficient knowledge of marine species to contribute to the project, yet they expect to learn more about marine species if they were to participate. Contributing to scientific knowledge is also a strong driver for many marine users to participate.
History
Publication title
Science Communication
Volume
38
Issue
4
Pagination
495-522
ISSN
1075-5470
Department/School
Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies
Publisher
Sage Publications Inc
Place of publication
2455 Teller Rd, Thousand Oaks, USA, Ca, 91320
Rights statement
Copyright 2016 The Authors
Repository Status
Open
Socio-economic Objectives
Effects of climate change on Australia (excl. social impacts)