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Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice |
Summary |
Chapter 7: Methodological Synthesis of Ecological Economics and System Dynamics |
The Issue of Methodology |
Ecological Economics as an Analytical Framework |
System Dynamics as a Policy-Testing Tool |
The Necessity for a Holistic Approach |
Summary |
Chapter 8: Developing Effective Policies for Ecological Agriculture: A Case Study From China |
Background Information |
Methodology |
JEAM—A System Dynamics Model |
Model Testing and Validation |
Reference Behaviour of the Model |
Alternative Scenarios and Policy Analysis |
Integrated Simulation Results and Policy Implications |
Discussion |
Summary |
Chapter 9: Conclusions and Implications |
Conclusions to the Research Problems |
Conclusions to the Research Objectives |
Implications for Theory |
Implications for Policy and Practice |
Areas for Further Research |
Notes |