Conserv Biol October 2018 PMID 29707822

When and how to use Q methodology to understand perspectives in conservation research.

Aiora Zabala, Chris Sandbrook, Nibedita Mukherjee

Mentions

15
Peak: 3 in Jul 2020
across 4 sources since Jul 2020

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55

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1,065

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Jul 2020 – Aug 2025

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  • X / Twitter9 posts
  • News3 articles
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Blogs1 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reveal a positive outlook on the article, with expressions like 'Q is great' and 'good starting point' emphasizing its perceived usefulness. The tone is collaborative and curious, with references to specific studies such as Zabala et al. 2018 confirming engagement with practical applications and emphasizing the method’s potential impact in resolving conflicts and understanding stakeholder values in conservation.

AgreementModerate agreement

Many posts praise the usefulness of Q methodology for understanding perspectives in conservation, indicating general agreement on its value.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high interest, frequently discussing how the method can uncover shared views and resolve conflicts, reflecting curiosity and appreciation.

EngagementModerate engagement

The discussion involves references to specific studies and practical applications, suggesting a moderate level of in-depth engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Posts suggest that Q methodology could significantly influence conservation research practices, highlighting its potential for deep insights.

Abstract in brief

  • Q methodology is a semi-quantitative tool that helps researchers understand different human perspectives, especially in conservation projects involving stakeholder conflicts, policy acceptance, and value reflection.
  • The paper explains the steps to conduct a Q study, offers tips to minimize biases, and highlights its flexible nature, allowing exploration of long-term or visual perspectives, with a focus on appropriate reporting.
  • A review of 52 conservation studies shows Q has been mainly used at subnational or national levels for four main goals: resolving conflicts, understanding policy acceptability, devising management options, and reflecting on underlying values, helping uncover hidden opinions and points of consensus.

Top posts

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Annette Green
@Green_Geog · X

1/ Q is a method of by-respondent analysis using quant and qual data to extract perspectives on a topic of interest, from a group of interest. Q is great for showing what kind of shared views are present within a group. See below paper in @ConBiology

Nov 24, 2021 · 4 likes · 1 share · 322 followers View post →
SCB Social Science Working Group
@SCB_SSWG · X

Q-methodology to identify groups of ranchers with common beliefs Check out the method further, Zabala et al 2018 (open-access) https://t.co/5KUOLBaN5N #Conservation #ConSocSci #HumanDimensions #PLC https://t.co/eDoP9A5ZPn

Jul 29, 2020 · 1 like · 2 shares · 4,186 followers View post →
Christoph Schulze
@crokochris · X

@MoritzPoll https://t.co/vq1rs5ADGY A qualitative quantitative method which is extremely useful in development econ

Jan 2, 2021 · 1 like · 1,361 followers View post →
Conservation Biology
@ConBiology · X

RT @Green_Geog: 1/ Q is a method of by-respondent analysis using quant and qual data to extract perspectives on a topic of interest, from a…

Nov 24, 2021 · 1 share · 21,008 followers View post →
George Holmes
@_GeorgeHolmes · X

@emiel_delange @Society4ConBio the title says it all: "When and how to use Q methodology to understand perspectives in conservation research" - Q method is great, so long as you are clear on what it can and can't do. https://t.co/pYHESTsuRb

Apr 12, 2021 · 1,495 followers View post →
Human Dimensions | Conservation Social Sciences
@ConSocSci · X

RT @SCB_SSWG: Q-methodology to identify groups of ranchers with common beliefs Check out the method further, Zabala et al 2018 (open-acces…

Jul 29, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,251 followers View post →

All mentions

Aiora Zabala
@AioZabala · X

@Bill_Sutherland This one might be useful. https://t.co/TWKSlOSaGU We included the search string and other literature sampling details in the Annex

Jun 9, 2022 · 721 followers View post →
Conservation Biology
@ConBiology · X

RT @Green_Geog: 1/ Q is a method of by-respondent analysis using quant and qual data to extract perspectives on a topic of interest, from a…

Nov 24, 2021 · 1 share · 21,008 followers View post →
Annette Green
@Green_Geog · X

1/ Q is a method of by-respondent analysis using quant and qual data to extract perspectives on a topic of interest, from a group of interest. Q is great for showing what kind of shared views are present within a group. See below paper in @ConBiology

Nov 24, 2021 · 4 likes · 1 share · 322 followers View post →
Aiora Zabala
@AioZabala · X

@AdeBruin_wur @JStarke10 @Qmethod This is a good starting point https://t.co/4i6350uqgB and a paper that could start answering some of your questions https://t.co/oKrRteFQCY

Jun 9, 2021 · 721 followers View post →
George Holmes
@_GeorgeHolmes · X

@emiel_delange @Society4ConBio the title says it all: "When and how to use Q methodology to understand perspectives in conservation research" - Q method is great, so long as you are clear on what it can and can't do. https://t.co/pYHESTsuRb

Apr 12, 2021 · 1,495 followers View post →
Christoph Schulze
@crokochris · X

@MoritzPoll https://t.co/vq1rs5ADGY A qualitative quantitative method which is extremely useful in development econ

Jan 2, 2021 · 1 like · 1,361 followers View post →
Jennifer Gooden
@jennifer_gooden · X

RT @SCB_SSWG: Q-methodology to identify groups of ranchers with common beliefs Check out the method further, Zabala et al 2018 (open-acces…

Jul 29, 2020 · 2 shares · 133 followers View post →
Human Dimensions | Conservation Social Sciences
@ConSocSci · X

RT @SCB_SSWG: Q-methodology to identify groups of ranchers with common beliefs Check out the method further, Zabala et al 2018 (open-acces…

Jul 29, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,251 followers View post →
SCB Social Science Working Group
@SCB_SSWG · X

Q-methodology to identify groups of ranchers with common beliefs Check out the method further, Zabala et al 2018 (open-access) https://t.co/5KUOLBaN5N #Conservation #ConSocSci #HumanDimensions #PLC https://t.co/eDoP9A5ZPn

Jul 29, 2020 · 1 like · 2 shares · 4,186 followers View post →
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