Table of Contents:

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Chapter 1

: Introduction**
- Background of the Study
- Statement of the Problem
- Research Objectives
- Research Questions
- Significance of the Study
- Scope and Limitations
- Definition of Terms

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Chapter 2

: Literature Review**
- Conceptual Framework of Ecosystem Services
- Classification and Characteristics of Ecosystem Services
- Economic Valuation Methods for Ecosystem Services
- Implications of Ecosystem Services for Rural Development

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Chapter 3

: Research Methodology**
- Research Design
- Study Setting and Participants
- Data Collection Methods
- Data Analysis Techniques
- Ethical Considerations
- Trustworthiness and Rigor

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Chapter 4

: Results**
- Economic Valuation of Provisioning, Regulating, and Cultural Ecosystem Services
- Stakeholder Perceptions and Preferences Regarding Ecosystem Services
- Implications of Ecosystem Service Valuation for Rural Land Management

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Chapter 5

: Discussion**
- Integration of Findings with Existing Literature
- Policy Implications and Recommendations for Ecosystem Service Management
- Conclusion and Directions for Future Research