10 Questions
What are some subjects and institutions sociology has expanded its focus to?
Health, economy, military, punishment
What turns of the mid-20th century have led to increasingly interpretative approaches?
Linguistic and cultural turns
What types of social scientific methods have expanded?
Qualitative and quantitative techniques
What new techniques have risen in the 21st century?
Analytically, mathematically, and computationally rigorous techniques
What does sociology focus on in the development of scientific knowledge?
The role of social activity
What is rural development focused on?
Improving the quality of life and economic well-being of people in rural areas
What has replaced resource extraction and agriculture as dominant economic drivers in rural areas?
Rural tourism, niche manufacturers, and recreation
What plays an important role in developing rural regions?
Education, entrepreneurship, physical infrastructure, and social infrastructure
What characterizes rural development in contrast to urban regions?
Emphasis on locally produced economic development strategies
Why are there a large variety of rural development approaches used globally?
Rural areas are highly distinctive from one another
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