
This exciting new collection of critical reflections on conducting qualitative research gives a unique insight into the experiences of researchers working in countries in the South Asia. Perils, Pitfalls and Reflexivity in Qualitative Research in Education explores how "Western" theoretical concepts and research approaches developed in the North can be adapted to respond to the developing country communities. The firsthand accounts enhance readers understanding of what it means to conduct research in developing country contexts, and allows readers to interrogate their own ethical and methodological assumptions in relation to these reflexive discussions on research emerging from and within contrasting cultural contexts.
This book investigates the challenges and ethical complexities of applying Western-centric qualitative research methodologies within the unique socio-cultural landscapes of South Asia. Authors Fauzia Shamim and Rashida Qureshi compile a series of critical reflections from researchers operating in developing country contexts. The work argues for a reflexive approach to scholarship, encouraging academics to adapt established theoretical frameworks to better align with the realities of non-Western communities.
What You Will Find
Experts identify this collection as a valuable resource for scholars seeking to decolonize their research practices. Readers frequently note the practical utility of these reflections for navigating the methodological tensions inherent in international educational research.
Page Count:
225
Publication Date:
2010-09-15
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0195479483
ISBN-13:
9780195479485
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