Qualitative Research in Agricultural Economics: Paradigm, Purposes, and Evaluation Criteria
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The qualitative paradigm is not widely discussed in agricultural economics, although research strategies are applied. The purpose of this contribution is (1) to elaborate on the paradigm of qualitative research; (2) to introduce purposes of qualitative research and provide examples; and (3) to discuss criteria of scientific rigor applicable.
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تاریخ انتشار 2001