Characterless Narratives: Using Mental Models Within the NPF

• In Event: The Narrative Environment: Stories of Humans and Nature

Brief Overview

This research explores the use of mental models within NPF to advance theory surrounding narrative components and plot. Data is drawn from focus group meetings of 100 policy elites in Oklahoma specializing in complex environmental decision making.

Authors

• Kristin L. Olofsson, Oklahoma State University

• Kuhika Gupta, Georgia State University

• Joseph Ripberger, Georgia State University

• Hank C. Jenkins-Smith, Georgia State University