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Using Creative Research Methods

29th October 2019

Using Creative Research Methods

Course Code HUB-16-18/19-P-R
Organised by NCRM, University of Southampton
Presenter Dr Helen Kara
Date 29/10/2019
Venue Queen’s University Belfast, University Rd, Belfast,
Map View in Google Maps  (BT7 1NN)
Contact Jacqui Thorp
Training and Capacity Building Co-ordinator
National Centre for Research Methods
Tel: 02380 594069
Email: [email protected]
Description This course will outline creative research methods and show you how to use them appropriately at every stage of the research process. The course assumes that you have a good working knowledge of conventional research methods, and builds on that knowledge by introducing arts-based methods, research using technology, mixed methods, and transformative research frameworks such as participatory and activist research. Any or all of these techniques can be used alongside more conventional research methods and are often particularly useful when addressing more complex research questions. In the afternoon you will have the opportunity to try applying these methods in practice. Attention will be paid to ethical issues throughout. The day will include plenty of practical advice and tips on using creative methods in research.

The course covers:

  • Arts-based methods
  • Research using technology
  • Mixed methods
  • Transformative research frameworks

By the end of the course participants will:

  •  Have a good level of knowledge of creative research methods
  •  Understand how to use creative methods alongside more traditional methods
  •  Understand when to use creative methods in research
  • Know how creative methods can add value to funding bids

This course will be relevant for researchers from the third sector, public services (e.g. health, criminal justice, social care, education, local or national government), and those who work in independent research organisations or academia. It is an intermediate level course and attendees will need a good working knowledge of traditional research methods.

Preparatory Reading

Although not required participants may wish to purchase the book on which the course is based: Creative Research Methods in the Social Sciences: A Practical Guide, by the trainer, published by Policy Press. NB: if participants sign up for the monthly e-newsletter produced by Policy Press, they will receive a substantial discount on the book.

Pre-requisites

Good working knowledge of traditional research methods.

 

Level Intermediate (some prior knowledge)
Cost The fee per teaching day is:

• £30 per day for UK/EU registered students
• £60 per day for staff at UK/EU academic institutions, UK/EU Research Councils researchers, UK/EU public sector staff and staff at UK/EU registered charity organisations and recognised UK/EU research institutions.
• £220 per day for all other participants

All fees include event materials, lunch, morning and afternoon tea. They do not include travel and accommodation costs.

A full refund is available two weeks prior to the course taking place, NO refunds are available after this date.

Website and registration
Region Northern Ireland
Keywords Mixed Methods Approaches (other), Creative Research Methods , Arts-based Research , Research using Technology , Transformative Research Frameworks
Related publications and presentations Mixed Methods Approaches (other)

Details

Date:
29th October 2019
NINE DTP - a collaborative partnership funded by the ESRC