This practical text integrates theoretical perspectives with guidelines for designing and implementing community-based qualitative research projects. Coverage of participatory research designs and approaches is complemented by chapters on specific aspects of this research process, such as developing relationships and sharing findings to strengthen programs. Included are useful handouts and templates for applying to the reader's own projects, and end-of-chapter questions for self-reflection and class discussion. Readers will find the book's engaging case studies, interdisciplinary real-life examples, and insights from project participants as a helpful foundation for future work in the field.
Preface: Repaying the Sea
Part I: Introduction and Background to Community-Based Research
1. Theoretical and Conceptual Background
Introduction
Learning Goals
Introduction to Related Methods
Views of Teaching and Learning
Chapter Summary
Activities for Reflection and Discussion
2. What Is Community-Based Qualitative Research?
Introduction
Learning Goals
Core Concepts
Elements of Community-Based Qualitative Research
Community-Based Qualitative Research Models, Projects, and Initiatives
Chapter Summary
Activities for Reflection and Discussion
3. The Role of the Researcher in Community-Based Qualitative Research
Introduction
Learning Objectives
Examining Our Own Background, Experiences, Assumptions, and Biases
Researcher Ethics and Responsibilities
Chapter Summary
Activities for Reflection and Discussion
Part II. Project Design, Data Collection, and Analysis
4. Project Design
Introduction
Learning Objectives
Gaining Community Access and Developing Relationships With Community Members and Institutions
Identification of Goals and Project Purposes
Data Collection in Community-Based Qualitative Research
Chapter Summary
Activities for Reflection and Discussion
5. Interviewing
Introduction
Learning Goals
Types of Interviews
Writing Interview Guidelines and Questions
The Interview
Chapter Summary
Activities for Reflection and Discussion
6. Observations, Fieldwork, and Other Data Collection
Introduction
Learning Goals
Observations and Fieldwork
Documents, Artifacts, and Visual Data
Chapter Summary
Activities for Reflection and Discussion
7. Analysis of Data in Community-Based Qualitative Research
Introduction
Learning Goals
Data Analysis Within Community-Based Qualitative Research Studies
Collaboration Within the Analysis Process
Chapter Summary
Activities for Reflection and Discussion
Part III. Next Steps: From Research to Action
8. Write-Up, Dissemination, and Transformation: Building Partnerships, Developing Reciprocal Research Relationships, and Enacting Change
Introduction
Learning Goals
Reporting Findings From Community-Based Qualitative Research
From Research to Action: Using Findings to Develop Programs, Initiatives, and Campaigns
Chapter Summary
Activities for Reflection and Discussion
9. Case Studies in Community-Based Qualitative Research
Introduction
Proyecto Atabey Intergenerational Mentorship Program for Young Mothers, Dr. Pedro Albizu Campos High School/Lolita Lebron Family Learning Center, Chicago, IL
Women + Girls Research Alliance, University of North Carolina-Charlotte
InfoMe, University of Washington, Seattle
