Author: Jouke Gaastra
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Hiking Hatten in Rogaland
“Hatten” translates to “The Hat,” given its unique shape when seen from certain angles. This short hike packs a punch with its steep ascents and airy sections.
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Understanding Risk Perception: A Critical Look at Cultural Theory
In the article, Risk Perception and Social Anthropology: Critique of Cultural Theory by Åsa Boholm 1996 Boholm challenges the approach of generalizing risk attitudes based on cultural frameworks. She suggests that individuals’ responses to risk are dynamic, and influenced by changing contexts and social environments. The article pretty much marked the end of using cultural…
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Article summary: Perception of Risk by Paul Slovic (1987)
IntroductionThe article discusses risk perception and its significance in evaluating hazardous activities and technologies. The research on risk perception aims to assist in risk analysis and policy-making by understanding public responses to hazards and improving the communication of risk information. It emphasizes the importance of comprehending how people think about and respond to risk for…
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Summary of ‘Risk as Analysis and Risk as Feelings’ by Paul Slovic et al. (2004)”
In this blogpost I will provide a summary and elucidate the scientific concepts described in the paper ‘’Risk as Analysis and Risk as Feelings: Some Thoughts about Affect, Reason, Risk, and Rationality’’ by Paul Slovic, Melissa L. Finucane, Ellen Peters and Donald G. MacGregor (2004).
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AI Tools for Knowledge Workers: Enhancing Research, Analysis, and Writing
This blog post focuses on leveraging AI to enhance data analysis, streamline workflow management, facilitate efficient research synthesis, and optimize report writing. Exploring specific AI tools, techniques, and applications tailored to social scientists in these domains.