Understanding participatory research and development / edited by Julian Gonsalves ... [et al.].

Format:

Book

Contributor:

International Development Research Centre (Canada)

Gonsalves, Julian F., 1949-

Series:

Participatory research and development for sustainable agriculture and natural resource management : a sourcebook ; v. 1

Participatory research and development for sustainable agriculture and natural resource management: a sourcebook ; volume 1,

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Conservation of natural resources--Management--Research--Citizen participation.

Conservation of natural resources.

Sustainable agriculture--Management--Research--Citizen participation.

Sustainable agriculture.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (273 p.)

Place of Publication:

Laguna, Philippines : International Potato-Center Users' Perspectives With Agricultural Research and Development ; Ottawa, ON : International Development Research Centre, c2005.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Research and development can no longer be the exclusive domain of scientists. To find sustainable solutions to development problems, a wider range of actors must be involved. It is crucial, for example, that local stakeholders provide input to the process. Participatory research and development (PR&D) offers such an inclusive model. This three-volume sourcebook provides easy access to field-tested PR&D concepts and practices for practitioners, researchers, and academic. As well, it presents a comprehensive overview of PR&D and will serve as a general reference for trainers, policymakers, donor

Contents:

Participatory Research and Development: A Sourcebook Overview; Acknowledgements; Table of Contents; User's Guide; Index; Volume Overview; Typologies and Concepts; Approaches; Participatory Technology Development; Participatory Natural Resource Management;

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references.

ISBN:

1-280-71784-X

9786610717842

1-55250-181-7

OCLC:

64696139