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Research in Development Studies: Philosophy, Methods and Rigor

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A better understanding of the role, epistemology and methodology of research are very important to generate evidence to strengthen development policies to improve development outcomes. This essay will discuss the philosophy and operationalisation of research in the development arena with the focus on the role of applied research, epistemological issues and boundary setting, the choice of research methods, and conceptualisation of rigour in development research.

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  • Landiyanto, Erlangga Agustino, 2018. "Research in Development Studies: Philosophy, Methods and Rigor," MPRA Paper 84726, University Library of Munich, Germany.
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    • B30 - Schools of Economic Thought and Methodology - - History of Economic Thought: Individuals - - - General
    • O10 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Economic Development - - - General
    • Z0 - Other Special Topics - - General

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