A DIALECTICAL APPROACH TO RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
- 1 June 1982
- journal article
- Published by Wiley in Policy Studies Journal
- Vol. 10 (4) , 652-663
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1541-0072.1982.tb00644.x
Abstract
This paper reports on the methodology and an application of a dialectical approach to research and development, planning. The methodology features a structured debate followed by argumentation analysis. The argumentation analysis in turn is followed by an assessment of the plausibility of the arguments. The application involved using the methodology to assess the level of funding for research and development for a transportation system that would employ advanced technology. The Dialectic Inquiry process, and specifically, the plausibility rating activity, were seen as valuable aids for policy analysis.Keywords
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