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urban theory  

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  • Several meanings and definitions of urban theory dominate contemporary empirical research on cities and metropolitan life. One definition is broad and views urban theory as a heuristic or sensitizing device to help scholars understand the nature of urban order, change, and stability. [Source: Encyclopedia of Urban Studies; Urban Theory]

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