11: Doing and reviewing participatory research

Authors:
Kaz Stuart
and
Lucy Maynard
Publication Date:
22 Dec 2022
Pages:
149–163
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.51952/9781447362296.ch011
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This chapter is concerned with the practical task in ‘getting on with’ research. Key aspects of research are presented here that are often neglected in other research texts including project management, teamwork and problem solving. These are vital keys to successful research. The chapter also acknowledges the ‘messiness’ inherent in most research rather than making it look neat and tidy. Once you have completed a research project it is important to review how well the process went and how impactful the findings have been in order for everyone to gain the most learning from the experience – tools for evaluation and review are suggested for ease of use.

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