Handbook for Action Research in Health and Social Care

AvCarol Munn-Giddings,Richard Winter

Inbunden, Engelska, 2001

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Action research is a form of research closely linked to practice which can readily be undertaken by practitioners and service users. This handbook offers a comprehensive guide to action research as a strategy for inquiry and development in health and social care. It can be used by individuals or groups working independently on their own projects or as a basis for a tutor-led course. It features* an introduction to the theories behind action research and other forms of research related to it*lively case studies from social work, nursing, mental health care and community work* a step-by-step study guide.The theoretical section of the book provides a general definition of action research, compares action research with other forms of social research, outlines the nature of a 'culture of inquiry' in the workplace, and describes the links between action research and service-user research, management,community development, evaluation, reflective practice, feminist research and anti-racist research.This practical study guide covers issues such as preparing a proposal, ethics and principles of procedure, gathering and analysing data, writing a report, the links between action research and critical reflection. It will be particularly useful for groups wishing to undertake action research on an independent basis

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2001-03-01
Mått:156 x 234 x 21 mm
Vikt:720 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:300
Förlag:Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:9780415224833

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'... this book comes highly recommended, as part of the literature that can well support an action researcher. I also anticipate that midwives and midwifery practice will benefit from the transferable knowledge, experience, guidance and wisdom offered by these authors.' - MIDIRS Midwifery Digest

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Preface. Part One. 1. Introduction 2. Action Research as an Approach to Inquiry and Development 3. Action Research - Contexts and Dimensions Part Two. Examples: The Variety of Action Research. Introduction: Some Themes and Contrasts Part Three. Undertaking an Action Research Project - A Practical Guide Part Four. Action Research as a Form of Social Inquiry - A `Theoretical' Justification

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