Into the Unknown: Explorations in Development Practice

Chambers, Robert

ISBN 10: 1853398225 / ISBN 13: 9781853398223

Published by Practical Action Pub, 2014

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uk ed. edition. 180 pages. 9.75x6.75x0.75 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Into the Unknown: Explorations in Development Practice
• Publisher: Practical Action Pub
• Publication Date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1853398225
• ISBN 13: 9781853398223
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Brand New

About this title

Synopsis

Development is about change, and lives immersed in researching international development should be prepared for exploration, for discovering the unexpected, and for questioning the direction that ‘development’ is taking. Robert Chambers reflects on experiences, which led him to examine personal biases and predispositions, and he challenges readers to examine the pervasive significance of power in forming and framing knowledge. Into the Unknown reflects on the journey of learning, and encourages readers to learn from observation, curiosity, critical feedback, play and fun. Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) and Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) have benefited from sharing practice, innovations and experience through participatory workshops. This book includes tips on how to lead and convene workshops that can co-generate knowledge and have an influence. Into the Unknown will be of interest to development professionals, including academics, students, NGO workers and the staff of international agencies.

About the Author

Robert Chambers is Research Associate and Emeritus Professor, Institute of Development Studies, University of Sussex and the author of Participatory Workshops (2002) and Ideas for Development (2005).