A methodological guide for applying the social-ecological system (SES) framework: a review of quantitative approaches

We conducted a systematic review of the literature applying Elinor Ostrom’s social-ecological systems framework (SESF), with a focus on studies using quantitative methodologies. We synthesized the step-by-step methodological decisions made across 51 studies into a methodological guide and decision t...

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Published in:Ecology and society 2022-12, Vol.27 (4), p.39, Article art39
Main Authors: Nagel, Ben, Partelow, Stefan
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Collective action
Data analysis
Data collection
Decision trees
Ecosystems
framework
Heterogeneity
indicators
Literature reviews
methodology
Qualitative research
Social-ecological systems
Synthesis
Systematic review
variable measurement
Variables
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Summary:We conducted a systematic review of the literature applying Elinor Ostrom’s social-ecological systems framework (SESF), with a focus on studies using quantitative methodologies. We synthesized the step-by-step methodological decisions made across 51 studies into a methodological guide and decision tree for future applications of the framework. A synthesis of trends within each methodological step is provided in detail. Our descriptive summary is followed by a critical discussion of how this heterogeneity can lead to ambiguity in the interpretation of findings and hinder synthesis work. These critical reflections are supported by a survey of 22 scholars, each having been a co-author on at least one of the articles reviewed in this study, on the methodological challenges for applying the framework going forward.
ISSN:1708-3087
1708-3087
DOI:10.5751/ES-13493-270439