Search Results - Critical theory

Linking diet switching to reproductive performance across populations of two critically endangered mammalian herbivores by Harvey Sky, N., Britnell, J., Antwis, R., Kartzine, T., Rubenstein, D., Toye, Philip G., Karani, Benedict E., Njeru, Regina, Hinchcliffe, D., Gaymer, J., Mutisya, S., Shultz, S.

“…Optimal foraging theory predicts that animals maximise energy intake by consuming the most valuable foods available. …”
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Does crop diversification lead to climate-related resilience? Improving the theory through insights on practice by Vernooy, Ronnie

“…This shortcoming is addressed through the elaboration of a more clearly articulated theory of change for crop diversification and a refined methodology to support farmers in making appropriate diversification decisions. …”
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Equity principles: Using social theory for more effective social transformation in agricultural research for development by McGuire, Erin, Al-Zu’bi, Maha, Boa-Alvarado, Maria, Thi Thu Giang Luu, Sylvester, Janelle M., Valencia Leñero, Eva Marina

“…OBJECTIVE: This research critically evaluates AIS frameworks and AR4D tools through applying social theory to enhance social outcomes. …”
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Communicating criteria by Nilsson, Martin

“…The reasons underlying a change and communication process are scarcely focused on. Thus, grounded on theories in the fields of Critical Management Studies (CSR), Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), change and communication, this study analyses how a change of implementing revised SRI communication is carried out at Handelsbanken Asset Management, existing motives for the change in communication, and how key actors can affect the process. …”

A preliminary theory of change detailing how women's participation can improve the management of local forests and fisheries by Leisher, C., Booker, F., Agarwal, B., Day, M., Matthews, E., Prosnitz, D., Roe, D., Russell, D., Samberg, L., Sunderland, T.C.H., Temsah, G., Wilkie, D.

“…The assembled evidence, while neither wide nor deep, forms the basis for a preliminary theory of change as to how participation of women in resource management groups can result in improved resource governance and conservation. …”
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Key principles for country theory of change for food systems transformation anchored in CAADP strategic and action plan (2026-2035) by Ulimwengu, John M., Mutyasira, Vine, Keizire, Boaz

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Improving Scaling Performance in Research for Development: Learning from a Realist Evaluation of the Scaling Readiness Approach by Damtew, Elias, Douthwaite, Boru, Schut, M., Sartas, M., Leeuwis, C.

“…However, limited attention has been given to critically examining the underlying causal assumptions of CSDSAs and their overall effectiveness in navigating complexity and achieving desired outcomes. …”
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Learning how programs achieve their impact: Embedding theory-driven process evaluation and other program learning mechanisms in Alive & Thrive by Rawat, Rahul, Nguyen, Phuong Hong, Ali, Disha, Saha, Kuntal K., Alayon, Silvia, Kim, Sunny S., Ruel, Marie T., Menon, Purnima

“…This paper focuses on the different methodological approaches that are being utilized, to answer the critical “how”; questions, and to generate information on the many processes and pathways to program impact.We identify four key principles in our methodological approach that guides all process evaluation activities: 1) developing detailed program impact pathway (PIP) models, 2) linking data collection to PIPs utilizing mixed methods and multiple data sources, 3) linking evaluation activities with program implementation timelines, and 4) engaging with the program implementation and management teams.Beginning with the launch of the program, we outline the steps that have been taken in the design and implementation of the process evaluations of Alive & Thrive, and provide examples of how these steps have been operationalized in different country contexts.This theory-driven and country- and component-specific approach, centered on careful analysis of PIPs, is intended to generate information on implementation and utilization pathways of Alive & Thrive's interventions, thereby answering the questions of how impacts are achieved, or why not. …”
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A strategic approach to multistakeholder negotiations by Edmunds, D., Wollenberg, Eva Karoline

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Mirror, mirror on the wall, wish that I could rent it all : a case study on consumer adoption to fashion-rental services on the Swedish market by Norr, Ylva, Ondiege, Gabriella

“…Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate and critically reflect on conditions that influence consumer adoption to fashion-rental services on the Swedish market. …”

Developing sustainable solutions for future food production : a case study of the industrial cluster initiative Food Valley of Bjuv by Höök, Marcus, Österman, Carl

“…Therefore, the theoretical framework used in this study combines more traditional theory on sustainability transitions with theory on clusters, cluster functions and social capital to allow for more in-depth analysis of a real world case. …”

Analysis of the determinants of public capital investments on agricultural water infrastructure in Eswatini by Nhlengethwa, Sibusiso, Matchaya, Greenwell C., Greffiths, Ikhothatseng Jacob, Fakudze, Bhekiwe

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Resource allocation and empowerment of women in rural Bangladesh by de la Briere, Benedicte, Hallman, Kelly, Quisumbing, Agnes R.

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Gender, Power and Politics in Agriculture by Njuki, Jemimah, Tufan, H.A., Polar, Vivian, Campos, Hugo, Morgan-Bell, M.

“…In the agriculture sector, the language of gender integration often ignores the politics and the power dynamics that are central to critical, and feminist, analysis of gender relations. …”
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Multidimensional measurements of approaches to forest sustainability assessments: an overview of models, approaches, and issues by Mendoza, G.A., Prabhu, Ravi

“…‘Softer’ analysis methods such as cognitive mapping and graph theory can help examine the interactions between and among indicators and help identify critical domains, critical paths, and tactically and strategically important indicators, based on the strength of their connectivity with other indicators, either directly or indirectly. …”
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Literature review on motivation and incentives for voluntary participation in citizen science projects by Delfine, Maria, Muller, Anna, Manners, Rhys

“…This literature review explores the diverse motivations driving initial and sustained participation in citizen science, drawing on theoretical frameworks such as Self-Determination Theory, Batson’s framework of community involvement and Schwartz’s Theory of Basic Values. …”
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Maziwa Zaidi: What we thought—Highlights from context analysis by Omore, Amos O.

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Agricultural Development, Growth and Equity: 40 Years of Experience by Hughes, Helen

“…She argued that understanding the theory of the development process was a critical input into national policy-making.…”
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Maziwa Zaidi: Tanzania smallholder dairy value chain R4D program—an experiment to improve AR4D by Omore, Amos O.

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Constructive communication in contexts of complexity : a case study of the wolf conflict in Sweden by Cederlöf, Lina

“…The case study is informed by a theoretical framework, which draw from a broad understanding of the characteristics of wicked issues and further, through Habermas critical theory, positions such issues in relation to dilemmas of modern society. …”