Contracting for knowledge.

Study of the value and limitations of government-sponsored (government policy) social research in the USA - covers issues relating to the social role and objectivity of social scientists, the position of universitys and research centres, public investment implications in relation to the quality prod...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Orlans, Harold, 1921-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: San Francisco, Jossey-Bass, 1973.
Edition:[1st ed.].
Series:Jossey-Bass behavioral science series.
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • Part 1: The professional community: political and ethical concerns
  • Social scientists' politics
  • Public policy and professional associations
  • Professional ethics and associations
  • Part 2: Knowledge for hire
  • Public responsibility of intellectuals
  • What research is needed?
  • Program evaluation
  • Location of research
  • Freedom to publish
  • Quality of sponsored research
  • Part 4: Uses of social knowledge
  • "Utilizing" social research
  • Organizing knowledge and advice
  • Uncertainty and belief.