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Suggestions for enhancing the utilization of empirical research methods: Facilitating university-industry collaboration in low- and middle-income countries

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: We discuss how neglecting empirical methods courses and studies has reduced the capacity of higher education institutions (HEIs) in low- and middle-income (LMI) countries to develop fruitful collaboration with partners in society and to solve socioeconomic problems. With the situation in Iran serving as background, we first elaborate on the characteristics of higher education in LMI countries and the challenges that impede conducting empirical research. Second, while acknowledging the resource limitations of HEIs in LMI countries, we suggest multiple actions to provide enabling contextual mechanisms and enhance the motivation and capabilities of academic staff to learn and use empirical methods in research projects.

Source: Industry and Higher Education

DOI: 10.1177/09504222251377975

Authors: Mohammad Moshtari, Sadaat Ali Yawar

Institutions: Tampere University, University of Tampere, Northumbria University

Language: English

Topic: Research, Science, and Academia

Subfield: Information Systems and Management

Field: Decision Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Partnerships for the goals

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,650