Summary of Session 7
In this session, I have summarised the main findings from the AgriLink Living Labs in terms of strengths, weaknesses and surprises we discovered in applying the Living Lab approach using the frameworks of design thinking, systems thinking and reflexive monitoring. This merging of research ideas and their use in practice has enabled us to draw up a list of dos and don’ts to consider when setting up and running a Living Lab.
On balance, the list of weaknesses and don’ts seem to outweigh the strengths and dos but in reality, much was learned by all involved and ‘success’, however measured, was very much dependent on the positive outlook people took. The process was confusing and frustrating at times but also very rewarding.
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