Theoretical Framework An important part of this paper is to outline a theoretical framework regarding the researchquestion that I asked in the beginning: “What is the role of the Netherlands in contributing to Amazon deforestation by importing Brazilian Beef?”. Let us take a closer look to two essential parts of this research, namely globalisation and green criminology, to get an better idea of what we are talking about. Globalisation Although it is disputed that globalisation is a new phenomenon, it certainly points out the complexity of meat consumption nowadays. According to Chan (2000: 600), globalisation involves “the intensification of worldwide social relations which link distant localities in such a way that local happenings are shaped by events occurring many miles away and vice versa’” . The demand of meat for example in the Netherlands is shaping the events of cattle ranching and illegal deforestation in the Amazon of Brazil. We can say that the relation between Brazil and the Netherlands is tightened in this way. But this relation is not a very clear and a simple one. The connection between the demand of meat in the Netherlands, the cattle ranching in Brazil and the deforestation in the Amazon is rather complex. Tomlinson’s notion of ‘complex connectivity’ (Chan 2000: 600) which he refers to globalisation, can also be applied on the connectivity of the demand of meat and illegal deforestation. Trade in this way in not anymore from A to B, but has many chains in between. Brazil exports his meat to national and international markets and become in this way part of a globalized network of trade (Nepstad 2006: 1). White ( 2003: 684) argues that criminologists need to examine environmental issues “in ways that incorporat... ... middle of paper ... ... research is honestly implemented. As a researcher I held on the responsibilities I have. 2. Research subjects has to know what their role is in the research: my respondent, dr. Tim Boekhout van Solinge knew what his role was. 3. Intimacy and anonymity has to be respected: dr. Tim Boekhout van Solinge did’t want to be anonymous. Of course he can trust me, that I use only real quotes. 4. Respondents cooperate voluntary: I have not forced my respondent. 5. Damage to respondent must be avoided: the position of my respondent, as researcher for example, should not be compromised. 6. Independence must be clear: my respondent knew that this research was independence and I made also clear that no one is behind this research, except my teacher dr. Damián Zaitch, who is also an independence researcher. So it is clear that there were no ethical issues in this research.
The rapid spread of globalization has increased economic and social benefits for the United States in the diversification of products for trade, yet Pinchbeck points out its dangers. (Claim). Pinchbeck illustrates the negative impact of globalization with multiple references that include the Amazonian rainforest’s “systematic destruction” and the disappearance of “vast treasures of botanical knowledge and linguistic and spiritual traditions” (148, 163). (Evidence) Abundant research readily discusses the devastating impacts of globalization. (Warrant). Deforestation of the Amazonian rainforest has serious implications beyond the local disruption of the natural food chain network as it contributes to soil erosion, species extinction, air pollution, and climate change (Wright, LaRocca & DeJongh; Hahn et al.; Medvigy et al.). Globalization accelerates the loss of languages al...
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...re required to devise a study to the benefits of the individual as well as the masses and finally report with a sense of ethics and objectivity.
Research is viewed as a scientific human endeavour that is organised according to a range of protocols, methods, guidelines and legislation (Gerrish & Lacey, 2010). Research ethics is that domain of enquiry that identifies ethical challenges with a view to developing guidelines that safeguard against any harm and protects the rights of human subjects in research (Rogers, 2008).
In addition, the researcher brings, to the research, personal and informal views and theories (McNamara, 2002).
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The second half of the 20th century has seen the continent of Africa in continuous turmoil. Civil wars, the AIDS epidemic, deforestation, and desertification are just a few of the problems facing Africa. A more recent threat to this ancient and fragile environment has emerged and is quickly gaining strength at devouring life – the bush meat trade. “Bush meat” refers to the smoked carcasses of various wild, and often endangered species that are sold illegally at rural markets of undeveloped countries and even at ethnic markets in developed nations. The meat of gorillas, chimpanzees, and elephants are considered delicacies and the demand for these endangered species is increasingly high. Countries at the center of this crisis are Botswana, Mozambique, Kenya, Zimbabwe, the Congo, Cameroon, Zambia, Malawi, and Tanzania. Bush meat plays a crucial socio-economic role to many in Africa, and as such epitomizes the need to balance protection against such factors as poverty, health, and food security. Certain key issues are necessary to understand the bush meat trade:
A researcher needs to familiarize himself/herself with the limitations present in any research, design, and method. This will help the researcher ensure positive possibilities in reliability and validity. It is also important to add the importance of recognizing and becoming aware of philosophical assumptions to help reduce bias throughout the research.
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: Having an interest in their research allows them to do the work more effectively
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Data collection methods vary from observations to interviews. As previously mentioned, the methods of data collection compel the presence of the researcher. In numerous instances, the data to be collected is centered on the modus in which the researcher can analyze the data (Bryman, 2006). Hence, the role of the researcher cannot be relegated in a qualitative study.
...ing accurate and honest collection remains paramount to a successful research project. The importance of ensuring accurate and appropriate data collection regardless of the field of study or the researchers’ preference for defining and collecting data, accurate data collection, safety of the data and defensively destroying unused or unwanted data is essential to maintaining the integrity of research.
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