Research in Development Studies: Philosophy, Methods and Rigor

Erlangga Landiyanto ()

MPRA Paper from University Library of Munich, Germany

Abstract: 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.

Keywords: Epistemology; Research boundaries; Research Methods; Development Studies. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: B30 O10 Z0 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2018-02
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