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Reasons for Success: Learning from Instructive Experiences in Rural Development

Norman Uphoff, Milton J. Esman, and Anirudh Krishna
Reasons for Success: Learning from Instructive Experiences in Rural Development
ISBN: 978-1-56549-077-2
$72.00
ISBN: 978-1-56549-076-5
$24.50
1998/233 pages
A Kumarian Press Book
"Deserves to become a classic in its field. It is one of the few books written recently whose authors have been both willing and eminently able to tackle the entire field of rural development."—Roland Bunch, COSECHA, Honduras

DESCRIPTION

From an outside perspective that contrasts the personal, firsthand views of the first text, Reasons for Hope, the authors impart critical, dynamic ideas for improving the lives of those in rural communities. They contend that real progress depends less on money alone, and more upon passionate ideas, acting on those ideas through leadership, and implementing appropriate methods for change.

CONTENTS

  • Why Rural Development Remains Important.
  • Learning Process and Assisted Self-Reliance.
  • Initiation and Leadership.
  • Local Organization and Participation.
  • Management, Planning, and Implementation.
  • Technology and Training.
  • Information as a Management Tool.
  • Utilization of External Assistance.
  • Dealing with Government and Politics.
  • Success and Sustainability.