Oliver, S;
Gough, D;
Copestake, J;
Thomas, J;
(2018)
Approaches to evidence synthesis in international development: a research agenda.
Journal of Development Effectiveness
, 10
(3)
pp. 305-326.
10.1080/19439342.2018.1478875.
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Abstract
This article discusses the spectrum of synthesis methods available to generate, explore and text theory, their value to the field of international development and innovations required to make better use of the primary research available. It argues for clearer distinctions between syntheses produced as public goods and those tailored to specific circumstances, and strengthening knowledge systems through greater use of maps to navigate existing and missing evidence, harmonised outcomes and measures, and advances in automation technologies. Improved methods and guidance are required for synthesising formative research and investigating contextual factors. Engaging stakeholders and working across academic disciplines support the production of policy-relevant syntheses and inspire methods development.
| Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Title: | Approaches to evidence synthesis in international development: a research agenda |
| Open access status: | An open access version is available from UCL Discovery |
| DOI: | 10.1080/19439342.2018.1478875 |
| Publisher version: | https://doi.org/10.1080/19439342.2018.1478875 |
| Language: | English |
| Additional information: | This version is the author accepted manuscript. For information on re-use, please refer to the publisher’s terms and conditions. |
| Keywords: | Evidence, synthesis, systematic reviews, CEDIL, research agenda |
| UCL classification: | UCL UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Education UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Education > UCL Institute of Education UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Education > UCL Institute of Education > IOE - Social Research Institute |
| URI: | https://discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10055748 |
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