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|Title=Doing research with communities affected by climate change: Climate-conscious methodologies matrix (for researchers and ethic reviewers)
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|Instruction Goal=This micromodule focuses on the intersection of climate justice, community collaboration, and citizen science in research and innovation. Participants will use conversation cards inspired by [https://wires.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/wcc.933 Valeria Berseth and Angeline Letourneau's (2024)] responsible research framework for ‘climate change-conscious methodologies. Applying these concepts to practical scenarios, the module encourages reflection on research methodologies that prioritize affected communities, foster fairness, and address shifting vulnerabilities in climate-related challenges.

By the end of this module, you should be able to:

'''Evaluate''' different approaches to research design in terms of fairness, inclusivity, and responsiveness to underrepresented communities.

'''Apply''' responsible research methods in citizen science or community engagement in climate-affected contexts.
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|Important For=Community Advisory Boards; Ethics committee members; Principal investigators; Research Ethics Experts; Researchers; Researchers, Research Ethics Communities and Research Integrity Offices; Scientists; Trainers; Undergraduate trainers; reserach integrity offices
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|Instruction Step Title=Introduction to the climate-conscious methodology matrix
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|Instruction Step Title=Mini quiz (climate-conscious methodology matrix)
|Instruction Step Text=Please complete the multiple answers mini quiz
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|Instruction Step Title=Conversation cards
|Instruction Step Text='''<u>What is it about?</u>'''

This matrix helps researchers, students, and citizen scientists make ethical and responsible decisions in research. It is especially useful when working with climate-related impacts (such as floods, heatwaves, or droughts), with vulnerable or affected communities.

The tool encourages you to '''ask good questions''' throughout all stages of your research (from the early design to communication of results) and helps you adapt your methods while keeping fairness, safety, and community needs at the centre.


'''<u>Why is this important?</u>'''

In a changing climate, traditional research methods may not work or may cause harm. Communities may be under stress. Researchers may face risks. By using the matrix, you can:


*'''Stay flexible,''' but still do high-quality research
*'''Respect local people and ecosystems'''
*'''Build trust''' through careful planning and honest     communication

*'''Support climate justice''' by including affected voices in all     stages of research
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|Instruction Step Title=Card Deck - for researchers and ethic reviewers (Research design)
|Instruction Step Text='''Use you own research''' to reflect on the cards questions

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'''CASE STUDY EXAMPLE:''' 

'''"Rebuilding with Dignity: Participatory Research in a Flooded Neighbourhood"'''

'''Context:'''

In the aftermath of devastating flash floods in the peri-urban district of ''Las Marismas'', located on the low-lying outskirts of a Mediterranean city, a European research consortium '''initiates a climate adaptation project'''. The floods displaced over 1,500 residents, disproportionately affecting undocumented migrants, single mothers, and elderly locals who had settled in informal housing near riverbeds. Many residents feel abandoned by local authorities and express mistrust toward institutions, citing past experiences with extractive research and failed development promises.

The '''research project''', funded under the EU’s Green Deal programme''', aims to co-develop low-cost, community-led solutions for urban flood resilience'''. It includes both social and infrastructural components, such as local early-warning systems, nature-based stormwater management, and inclusive governance models. The research team comprises environmental engineers, social scientists, public health researchers, and local facilitators. 


'''Imagine you are part of the team involved in this research.''' Your task is to '''use the cards to anticipate and address potential ethical and methodological challenges''' throughout the project.

For each card, use the scenario to:


*'''Reflect''' on how the question applies in this setting.
*'''Identify''' possible tensions or risks (e.g., exclusion, harm, extractivism).
*'''Propose''' a climate-just, community-informed course of action.
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|Instruction Step Title=Card Deck - for researchers and ethic reviewers (Assessment + Measurement strategies)
|Instruction Step Text=Use you own research to '''reflect on the cards''' questions

OR use the scenario described above to:


*'''Reflect''' on how the question applies in this setting.
*'''Identify''' possible tensions or risks (e.g., exclusion, harm, extractivism).
*'''Propose''' a climate-just, community-informed course of action.
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|Instruction Step Title=Card Deck - for researchers and ethic reviewers (Data evaluation and interpretation)
|Instruction Step Text=Use you own research to '''reflect on the cards''' questions

OR use the scenario described above to:


*'''Reflect''' on how the question applies in this setting.
*'''Identify''' possible tensions or risks (e.g., exclusion, harm, extractivism).
*'''Propose''' a climate-just, community-informed course of action.
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|Instruction Step Title=Card Deck - for researchers and ethic reviewers (Ethical issues and scientific integrity)
|Instruction Step Text=Use you own research to '''reflect on the cards''' questions

OR use the scenario described above to:


*'''Reflect''' on how the question applies in this setting.
*'''Identify''' possible tensions or risks (e.g., exclusion, harm, extractivism).
'''Propose''' a climate-just, community-informed course of action.
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|Instruction Step Title=Card Deck - for researchers and ethic reviewers (Communication of research findings)
|Instruction Step Text=Use you own research to '''reflect on the cards''' questions

OR use the scenario described above to:


*'''Reflect''' on how the question applies in this setting.
*'''Identify''' possible tensions or risks (e.g., exclusion, harm, extractivism).
*'''Propose''' a climate-just, community-informed course of action.
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