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INS3702
ASSIGNMENT 3
, QUESTION 1
The construct of political economy, as described in the quotation, refers to
the interdisciplinary study of economics, sociology, and political science. It
aims to understand how economic systems, political institutions, and the
social environment are interconnected and influence each other. This field
of study analyzes the relationships between economic policies, political
power structures, and social factors to gain insights into how these
elements shape and determine outcomes in society. By examining the
interactions between economics, politics, and society, political economy
seeks to understand and explain various phenomena, such as the
distribution of wealth and power, economic development, social inequality,
and political systems.
QUESTION 2
Institutional repositories play a crucial role in the communication of
scholarly research. These repositories are digital platforms that store and
provide access to scholarly outputs, such as research articles, data sets,
theses, and conference papers. The primary purpose of institutional
repositories is to ensure the wide dissemination and preservation of
scholarly research.
Firstly, institutional repositories enhance the visibility and accessibility of
scholarly work. Researchers can deposit their work in these repositories,
making it freely available to the global academic community and beyond.
This increases the reach and impact of research, allowing scholars to share
their findings with a broader audience. Additionally, repositories often
provide open access to research outputs, removing barriers to accessing
knowledge and fostering collaboration.
Secondly, institutional repositories contribute to the preservation and long-
term availability of scholarly work. By storing research outputs in a
centralized database, repositories ensure their durability and accessibility
over time. This is particularly important in the digital age, where there is a
risk of data loss or technological obsolescence. Institutions can also use
repositories to fulfill their obligation to preserve and provide access to the
scholarly output of their researchers.
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INS3702
ASSIGNMENT 3
, QUESTION 1
The construct of political economy, as described in the quotation, refers to
the interdisciplinary study of economics, sociology, and political science. It
aims to understand how economic systems, political institutions, and the
social environment are interconnected and influence each other. This field
of study analyzes the relationships between economic policies, political
power structures, and social factors to gain insights into how these
elements shape and determine outcomes in society. By examining the
interactions between economics, politics, and society, political economy
seeks to understand and explain various phenomena, such as the
distribution of wealth and power, economic development, social inequality,
and political systems.
QUESTION 2
Institutional repositories play a crucial role in the communication of
scholarly research. These repositories are digital platforms that store and
provide access to scholarly outputs, such as research articles, data sets,
theses, and conference papers. The primary purpose of institutional
repositories is to ensure the wide dissemination and preservation of
scholarly research.
Firstly, institutional repositories enhance the visibility and accessibility of
scholarly work. Researchers can deposit their work in these repositories,
making it freely available to the global academic community and beyond.
This increases the reach and impact of research, allowing scholars to share
their findings with a broader audience. Additionally, repositories often
provide open access to research outputs, removing barriers to accessing
knowledge and fostering collaboration.
Secondly, institutional repositories contribute to the preservation and long-
term availability of scholarly work. By storing research outputs in a
centralized database, repositories ensure their durability and accessibility
over time. This is particularly important in the digital age, where there is a
risk of data loss or technological obsolescence. Institutions can also use
repositories to fulfill their obligation to preserve and provide access to the
scholarly output of their researchers.
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