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action research methods
adaptive systems theory
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Automation Process Technology
Barry Checkoway
Category=JP
Charles Barr
Classical Rational Model
Common Language
Complex Planning Problems
Core Knowledge
Core Seminars
Decision Analysis Results
Domenic Bitondo
Electrical Energy
Energy Future
Energy Policies
environmental decision making
EPA Regulation
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Human Resource Considerations
Implement Plans
Important Technology Areas
Integrated Manufacturing Technology
Interdisciplinary Planning
interdisciplinary planning outcomes
International Competitiveness
J.C. Mathes
Jack Rothman
Jonathan W. Bulkley
Kan Chen
Kenan Patrick Jarboe
Manfred Kochen
Margrit Hugentobler
Milan J. Dluhy
Mop
Objective Fact Finding
Process Technology Planning
public participation strategies
Single Attribute Utility Functions
Sociotechnological Systems
strategic social process
Stuart L. Hart
Technical Strategy
Total Production System
urban policy analysis
Water Resource Planning
Product details
- ISBN 9780882851167
- Weight: 294g
- Dimensions: 152 x 229mm
- Publication Date: 30 Dec 1986
- Publisher: Taylor & Francis Inc
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
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Critiques of traditional urban planning are numerous. The debate about direction within the profession and why urban planning seems to be in a state of despair continues. However, and as Milan J. Dluhy and Kan Chen note, the more critical issue is the future direction of planning, particularly interdisciplinary planning. In this regard, they note five principal areas of concern: planning is action research, planning is knowledge driven, planning is both process and technologically oriented, planning is interdisciplinary, and planning is adaptive to emerging concerns.Reviewing the literature and empirical studies on roles and attitudes, the editors note that planners seem committed to symbols and expressions of advocacy as well as traditional planning doctrine. This emphasizes rational planning and neutral policy roles for practitioners. Without a guiding theory to give a unified approach to practice, planners remain free to select the role most compatible with their personal background and training. This volume asserts that diversity need not be a drawback as long as careful analysis and open planning processes are used.This title will be an invaluable resource. Part I illustrates the critical dilemmas in planning, Part II focuses on planning skills and orientations, the third part focuses sharply on planning roles, while the final section answers a fundamental question: can interdisciplinary planning offer a more useful perspective than others on how to achieve more successful planning outcomes?
