Abstract
This ibook combines theory and practice to analyse 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 book describes and analyses foresight projects carried out in countries at various stages of economic development including mature market economies,
transition economies and young democracies. The book includes theoretical chapters on stakeholder participation, negotiation and dialogue, learning, and visioning as approaches to planning and analyses of foresight activities.
The book illustrates how the societal context can influence the planning and impact of foresight activities.
The book describes and analyses foresight projects carried out in countries at various stages of economic development including mature market economies,
transition economies and young democracies. The book includes theoretical chapters on stakeholder participation, negotiation and dialogue, learning, and visioning as approaches to planning and analyses of foresight activities.
The book illustrates how the societal context can influence the planning and impact of foresight activities.
| Original language | English |
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| Publisher | Edward Elgar Publishing |
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| Number of pages | 352 |
| ISBN (Print) | 978 1 78195 613 7 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781781956144 |
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| Publication status | Published - 30 Apr 2013 |
Keywords
- Foresight
- Dialogue
- Visioning
- Technology foresight
- Sustainable development