Community-Based Qualitative Research: Approaches for Education and the Social Sc

Description: Community-Based Qualitative Research by Laura Ruth Johnson This book provides an introduction to community-based ethnography and other applied approaches to conducting qualitative research. It offers both a background in related theory and research, as well as hands-on activities and step-by-step guidelines. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This practical text integrates theoretical perspectives with guidelines for designing and implementing community-based qualitative research projects. Coverage of participatory research designs and approaches is complemented by chapters on specific aspects of this research process, such as developing relationships and sharing findings to strengthen programs. Included are useful handouts and templates for applying to the readers own projects, and end-of-chapter questions for self-reflection and class discussion. Readers will find the books engaging case studies, interdisciplinary real-life examples, and insights from project participants as a helpful foundation for future work in the field. Author Biography Laura Ruth Johnson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Technology, Research and Assessment in the College of Education at Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL. She teaches classes in qualitative research methods, including courses in ethnographic research, interview methods, and community-based and participatory action research. Her research focuses on civic engagement and community involvement among Latino and African American youth, with a focus on young mothers. In her research, she collaborates with staff and students at an alternative high school in Chicagos Humboldt Park community to help strengthen services and develop initiatives that focus on youth activism and intergenerational mentorship for young parents. Her teaching and research also focus on the creation of community-university partnerships and the engagement of graduate students in community-based research projects. Table of Contents Preface: Repaying the SeaPart I: Introduction and Background to Community-Based Research1. Theoretical and Conceptual BackgroundIntroductionLearning GoalsIntroduction to Related MethodsViews of Teaching and LearningChapter SummaryActivities for Reflection and Discussion2. What Is Community-Based Qualitative Research?IntroductionLearning GoalsCore ConceptsElements of Community-Based Qualitative ResearchCommunity-Based Qualitative Research Models, Projects, and InitiativesChapter SummaryActivities for Reflection and Discussion3. The Role of the Researcher in Community-Based Qualitative ResearchIntroductionLearning ObjectivesExamining Our Own Background, Experiences, Assumptions, and BiasesResearcher Ethics and ResponsibilitiesChapter SummaryActivities for Reflection and DiscussionPart II. Project Design, Data Collection, and Analysis4. Project DesignIntroductionLearning ObjectivesGaining Community Access and Developing Relationships With Community Members and InstitutionsIdentification of Goals and Project PurposesData Collection in Community-Based Qualitative ResearchChapter SummaryActivities for Reflection and Discussion5. InterviewingIntroductionLearning GoalsTypes of InterviewsWriting Interview Guidelines and QuestionsThe InterviewChapter SummaryActivities for Reflection and Discussion6. Observations, Fieldwork, and Other Data CollectionIntroductionLearning GoalsObservations and FieldworkDocuments, Artifacts, and Visual DataChapter SummaryActivities for Reflection and Discussion7. Analysis of Data in Community-Based Qualitative ResearchIntroductionLearning GoalsData Analysis Within Community-Based Qualitative Research StudiesCollaboration Within the Analysis ProcessChapter SummaryActivities for Reflection and DiscussionPart III. Next Steps: From Research to Action8. Write-Up, Dissemination, and Transformation: Building Partnerships, Developing Reciprocal Research Relationships, and Enacting ChangeIntroductionLearning GoalsReporting Findings From Community-Based Qualitative ResearchFrom Research to Action: Using Findings to Develop Programs, Initiatives, and CampaignsChapter SummaryActivities for Reflection and Discussion9. Case Studies in Community-Based Qualitative ResearchIntroductionProyecto Atabey Intergenerational Mentorship Program for Young Mothers, Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos High School/Lolita Lebron Family Learning Center, Chicago, ILWomen + Girls Research Alliance, University of North Carolina-CharlotteInfoMe, University of Washington, Seattle Review Increased awareness of qualitative community-based research benefits educators and community organizations. This text provides students with a solid understanding of the tenets of CBR and the positive benefits resulting from collaboration between parties interested in positive social change. -- Karen I. CaseThis book is a very concise, useful and practical contribution to the field of community education. It is an excellent starting point for launching researchers into addressing community-based problems. -- Wendy GriswoldCommunity-Based Qualitative Research: Approaches for Education and the Social Sciences provides a unique perspective of collaborating on research projects with the community. Grappling with current issues, this book provides real-world experiences to help conquer these problems. -- Christian WinterbottomIn many overview courses of qualitative research methods, community-based research gets little air time. This text helps fill in the knowledge and experience gaps for faculty and students so they can construct their own community-based class projects in a more thoughtful and reciprocal manner. It also has great learning activities that can be used in the classroom. -- Deborah Gioia Review Quote This book is a very concise, useful and practical contribution to the field of community education. It is an excellent starting point for launching researchers into addressing community-based problems. Details ISBN1483351688 Short Title COMMUNITY-BASED QUALITATIVE RE Language English ISBN-10 1483351688 ISBN-13 9781483351681 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2016 Imprint SAGE Publications Inc Subtitle Approaches for Education and the Social Sciences Place of Publication Thousand Oaks Country of Publication United States Pages 208 Illustrations illustrations Publication Date 2016-05-27 UK Release Date 2016-05-27 NZ Release Date 2016-05-27 US Release Date 2016-05-27 Author Laura Ruth Johnson Publisher SAGE Publications Inc DEWEY 300.721 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education AU Release Date 2016-05-26 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:135697670;

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