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An Introduction to the Human Development and Capability Approach : Freedom and Agency.

Aimed at undergraduates and post-graduates in the social sciences, as well as development practitioners, this textbook provides an introduction to the human development and capability approach; it also clarifies key concepts and fosters debate on a number of critical issues. The book offers new pers...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Deneulin, Severine
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Hoboken : Taylor and Francis, 2012.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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Sumario:Aimed at undergraduates and post-graduates in the social sciences, as well as development practitioners, this textbook provides an introduction to the human development and capability approach; it also clarifies key concepts and fosters debate on a number of critical issues. The book offers new perspectives on a wide range of topics, which include the conceptualisation and measurement of well-being and inequality; the role of markets and economic growth in promoting development; the importance of democracy and public debate; culture and religion; health; equality and justice; and the connectio.
Notas:Appendix 1: Teaching the human development and capability approach: Some pedagogical implications.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (377 pages)
ISBN:9781136574917
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