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• Date of publication Nov 25, 2024 Category: Article

  Anthropomorphism and motivating participation in citizen science projects

  by Zoey Rosen , Marilee Long , Bonne Ford , Eric A. Wendt , Michael Cheeseman , Casey Quinn , Christian L'Orange , John Volckens , Jeffrey R. Pierce

  Maintaining long-term participation in citizen science projects is challenging; thus, it is important for project developers to use effective techniques to motivate participants. One approach is to incorporate anthropomorphism (ascribing humanlike qualities to a non-human agent) when designing and deploying technology. In a quasi-experimental study conducted as part of the Citizen-Enabled Aerosol Measurements for Satellites (CEAMS) citizen science project, we investigated the relationship between anthropomorphism and motivation to participate in citizen science. Findings showed partial support for the relationship between anthropomorphism and motivation.

  Volume 23 • Issue 08 • 2024

• Date of publication May 18, 2020 Category: Article

  Organizationally based citizen science: considerations for implementation

  by Ashley A. Anderson , Elizabeth Williams , Marilee Long , Ellison Carter , John Volckens

  This theoretical paper proposes a framework for how citizen science can be adapted to organizational contexts. Using an “input, process, output” approach, this model proposes organizational factors (e.g., communication channels and styles, and organizational structure) that should be considered when choosing among citizen science approaches (e.g., contributory, collaborative, co-created). The essay identifies possible outcomes for the individual, organization, and larger sector from employing a citizen science approach within an organizational setting.

  Volume 19 • Issue 03 • 2020