Fuzzy Cognitive Mapping (FCM)

• • • Procedure to involve different stakeholders in a research or management process Method to extract, depict and analyze different kinds of knowledge Way to combine academic, regulatory and practical knowledge in an expert network

FCM-how-to

Example question: Why do tourists come to Scotland and how does that affect rural development?

Concepts

Wildlife Pristine wilderness -pristine wilderness -wildlife -salmon fishing -grouse moor management -golf courses -forestry -rural employment -transport infrastructure -… Salmon fishing Grouse moor management Golf courses Rural employment Forestry Transport infrastructure