Reiner Grundmann
The problem of expertise in knowledge societies
Grundmann, Reiner
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Abstract
This paper puts forward a theoretical framework for the analysis of expertise and experts in contemporary societies. It argues that while prevailing approaches have come to see expertise in various forms and functions, they tend to neglect the broader historical and societal context, and importantly the relational aspect of expertise. This will be discussed with regard to influential theoretical frameworks, such as laboratory studies, regulatory science, lay expertise, post-normal science, and honest brokers. An alternative framework of expertise is introduced, showing the limitations of existing frameworks and emphasizing one crucial element of all expertise, which is their role in guiding action.
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Grundmann, R. (in press). The problem of expertise in knowledge societies. Minerva, https://doi.org/10.1007/s11024-016-9308-7
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Acceptance Date | Sep 6, 2016 |
Online Publication Date | Sep 27, 2016 |
Deposit Date | Oct 18, 2016 |
Publicly Available Date | Oct 18, 2016 |
Journal | Minerva |
Print ISSN | 0026-4695 |
Electronic ISSN | 1573-1871 |
Publisher | Springer Verlag |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1007/s11024-016-9308-7 |
Keywords | Experts; expertise; science; knowledge; knowledge societies; decision-making; STS |
Public URL | https://nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/809133 |
Publisher URL | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs11024-016-9308-7 |
Contract Date | Oct 18, 2016 |
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