BEAR Hub’s Behavioral Science Process
Behavioral science implementers create numerous frameworks and processes for applying behavioral insights to shift behavior. We adapt our approach from a landmark review paper identifying the primary overlapping steps among these frameworks (Steg and Vlek, 2009).
As part of our technical assistance, we walk participants through these steps for their specific program. We also explain the steps here so that you can apply them on your own if you wish.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Behavioral Science Frameworks
Community-Based Social Marketing
Organization
McKenzie-Mohr & Associates
Description
A framework based on assessing barriers and benefits before implementing a behavioral strategy.
EAST Framework
Organization
Behavioral Insight Team (BIT)
Description
A simple framework for understanding principles that make behavioral interventions effective.
Behavior-Centered Design (BCD)
Organization
Rare
Description
A framework that combines behavioral science and design thinking to create innovation solutions for environmental challenges.
DRIVE
Organization
Sussman, Qin Tan, Kormos
Description
An applied behavioral science framework specifically adapted to transportation-based challenges.
DO-RITE
Organization
E Scott Geller
Description
Possibly the first framework for applying behavioral science theories to real-world challenges.
Resource Hubs and External Trainings
Rare’s Behavior Change Training
Organization
Rare
Description
A framework based on assessing barriers and benefits before implementing a behavioral strategy.
Tools of Change
Organization
Jay Kassirer
Description
Features an “Environment” section with case studies and recent research reports across various environmental sectors.
Behavioral Evidence Hub
Organization
Ideas42
Description
Over 100 case studies applying behavioral science for social and environmental good (relevant studies in the “Environment” category).
CBSM Repository
Organization
McKenzie-Mohr & Associates
Description
McKenzie-Mohr’s site offers a rich repository of case studies on topics including energy and sustainability.
Transportation DM Encyclopedia
Organization
Victoria Transportation Policy Institute
Description
The Victoria Transportation Policy Institute offers strategies for encouraging efficient transportation use.
Research and Reference Materials
Making Shift Happen
Authors
Van Leuvan, Highleyman, Fujita, Kellerman
Description
Reference guide and methodological framework for uncovering behavioral determinants and applying behavioral science to achieve pro-environmental behavior change.