Understanding Research with Children and Young People

By: Alison Clark (Editor), Rosie Flewitt (Editor), Martyn Hammersley (Editor), Martin Robb (Editor)

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Hardcover | 10 December 2013

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328 Pages

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How do views about children shape research concerned with their lives? What different forms can research with children take? What ethical issues does it involve? How does it impact on policy and practice, and on the lives of children themselves?

This book helps you to understand how research is designed and carried out to explore questions about the lives of children and young people. It tackles the methodological, practical and ethical challenges involved, and features examples of actual research that illustrate:

Different strategies for carrying out research
Common challenges that arise in the research process
Varying modes of engagement that researchers can adopt with participants and audiences; and
The impact that research can have on future studies, policy and practice.

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'There is no single or right way to do childhood and youth research, but this useful book provides readers with essential insights into many of the options, shedding light on the various purposes, practicalities, merits and ethical considerations. It is a great starting point for anyone wanting to do research that is respectful of children and young people.' -- Melanie Nind, Professor of Education 'Written by authors whose backgrounds exemplify the multi-disciplinary nature of Childhood Studies, this book includes excellent examples of research projects which provide a valuable model for anyone interested in research with children and young people.' -- Sue Robson, Principal Lecturer and Subject Leader for Early Childhood Studies

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