Comment on "Defining Indicators Which Make Sense to Local People: Intra-Cultural Variation in Perceptions of Natural Resources" (Virginia Nazarea et al., Human Organization 57:159-170)

Article Abstract:

The impact of policy reforms on tribal communities may insufficiently be evaluated through the use of the Thematic Apperception Test (TAT). Contrary to the concepts embodied in Nazarea's work, TAT-derived analytical results are incapable of explaining endogenous indicators. The adoption of a faulty research design further limits Nazarea from generating valid inferences. It must be stressed that tribal participation in policy reforms may only be maximized by fostering a consensus on various decision-making tasks.

Evaluation, Economic policy, Minorities, Tribal government

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Ethnocentric about ethnoscience: further comments on Nazarea et al

Article Abstract:

A reply is presented countering arguments against differentiating between sources of ethnological data when conducting research. It is posited that significant differences exist between local expertise and local popular opinion, which can affect the accuracy of research outcomes.

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Catch the tiger by the tail: some notes on method

Article Abstract:

Concerns are presented regarding statistical sampling in ethnological research. These include using stratified, random samples; implementing scoring systems to detect themes in sample subjects' stories; and applying ethnographic grounding to ensure external and internal validity.

Models

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