The Role of Conceptions of Value in Data Practices: A Multi-Case Study of Three Small Teams of Ecological Scientists

TitleThe Role of Conceptions of Value in Data Practices: A Multi-Case Study of Three Small Teams of Ecological Scientists
Publication TypeThesis
Year of Publication2014
AuthorsAkmon, D.
Date Published2014///
UniversityUniversity of Michigan
CityAnn Arbor, MI
Keywordssg_ps

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Purpose: 
Investigated how scientists conceive of the value of their data, and how they enact conceptions of value in their data practices
Method: 
Conducted interviews and engaged in participant observation of three teams of scientists performing ecological research at a U.S. university-sponsored field station