The Needs of strangers : a nuts and bolts ethnographic account of the methodological difficulties experienced in the process of conducting needs assessment research in an evolutionary, multi-cultural context (Record no. 40486)

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Personal name Chin, Helen Elizabeth
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Title The Needs of strangers : a nuts and bolts ethnographic account of the methodological difficulties experienced in the process of conducting needs assessment research in an evolutionary, multi-cultural context
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Place of publication, distribution, etc. Thesis (MSc)-University of London,
Date of publication, distribution, etc. 1997
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Formatted contents note How the study came about ; Research methodology, design & ethical approval ; Developing the survey questionnaire ; Being re-orientated into Malaysian culture ; Negotiating roles ; Itu susa lah : that's the way it is ; The conspiracy of silence ; Screaming at my God : Max ; Culture & context & the methodological nightmare ; Reference list
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Summary, etc. Examines the research process & the use of contemporary research methodology in multi-cultural developing contexts. Concludes by suggesting that modern research methodology, with its focus on reflexivity, individualism & expressivism, is unsuitable for use in traditional societies, & examines alternative philosophies & methods for future research in multi-cultural developing countries.
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