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.

摘要

本文讨论了可用于生成，探索和研究文本理论的各种合成方法，它们对国际发展领域的价值以及更好地利用现有基础研究所需的创新。它主张在作为公共产品生产的合成和针对特定情况量身定制的合成之间更清晰的区分，并通过更多地使用地图导航现有和缺失的证据，统一结果和措施以及自动化技术的进步来加强知识体系。综合形成研究和研究情境因素需要改进的方法和指导。吸引利益相关者并跨学科开展工作可支持与政策相关的综合的产生，并激发方法的发展。