Analysis of effective criteria on the future status of indigenous knowledge of villagers in the livability of rural Areas (Case study: villages in Tehran's 19th region)

Today, the use of indigenous knowledge in rural development planning has been considered by planners, managers and sociologists. So that indigenous knowledge is considered as a valuable resource for the process of rural livability. In this regard, the purpose of this study is to Analysis of effective criteria on the future status of indigenous knowledge of villagers in the livability of rural Areas (Case study: villages in Tehran's 19th region). The present research is descriptive-analytical in terms of research method and quantitative in terms of nature and applied-developmental in terms of purpose. It is a data collection tool, library and field (interview and questionnaire). Due to the nature of this research, the structural analysis method using MIC MAC software has been used. The statistical population of the present study includes 15 experts and experts in the field of indigenous knowledge and rural livability studies in Tehran who were selected using targeted sampling. In this regard, after holding initial meetings, 44 variables in the form of 4 general dimensions were identified as primary variables. Finally 9 factors (empowerment, Increase income and savings, Entrepreneurship and group and family job creation in agricultural and livestock jobs, Using animal manures instead of chemical fertilizers in agriculture and reducing costs, Cooperation and social participation within the group and between groups among the villagers (harvest, etc.), Creating a spirit of independence and self-sufficiency in productions, Rehabilitation of rural housing, Consult with neighbors and relatives, Cooperation and partnership with the Housing Foundation in the preparation and implementation of pilot projects and reduction of waste of agricultural products) they were selected as key criteria affecting the future status of indigenous knowledge of villagers in the livability of rural areas in Tehran's 19th district.