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A spectrum of human development has been observed which has application in international development project planning, design, and implementation. Based on experience with privately funded development projects in Latin America, Asia, and Africa, seven components or sub-spectra of the human development spectrum which are vital to effective development projects are identified: need, resources, technology, social conscience, integrity, attitude, and problem solving. Their implications for the development process are explained, and indicators for each sub-spectrum are described.
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Dorsey, S.D., Hill, J.M. & Woods, M.E. The human development spectrum: Sub-spectra and social indicators for use in development project planning, design, and implementation. Soc Indic Res 21, 93–110 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00302404
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00302404