Matrix‑Collage: An Innovative Methodology for Qualitative Inquiry in Social Systems

Authors

  • Ehsan Soltanifar
  • Manochehr Ansari

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Keywords: data classification and analysis, framework analysis, land-use planning, problem solving, qualitative data analysis, qualitative methods

Abstract

Abstract: This study developed a framework for qualitative inquiry and administration of social systems. It describes the mechanisms that decision‑makers, such as the police detectives, military commanders, and transformative managers use in their problem solving initiatives. First, the framework was reviewed and constructed for: (1) the theory of qualitative data analysis; (2) problem solving process; and (3) the correlation matrices. Then, based on 14 Points, an extracted framework and its methodology are presented. Finally, a manifest (praxis) is introduced for the framework developed for a project in development planning. This innovative framework can be used for policy‑making, qualitative data analysis, or problem solving and administration of social systems.

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Published

1 Sep 2016

Issue

Vol. 14 No. 1 (2016)

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