Research, Commitment, and Action: The Role of Participatory Research
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1984
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International Review of Education
Abstract
This article discusses the development and practice of participatory research as both a method and strategy of social investigation and social action within an adult education framework. It compares participatory research with traditional research strategies, outlining its defining principles and providing specific examples of its application. The author highlights the future implications and practical issues surrounding this approach.
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The article highlights the emergence and significance of participatory research within adult education. It critiques traditional research methodologies and emphasizes the integration of research, education, and social action. The piece examines the democratization of research, shifting from external control to local involvement in the Third World, and discusses the role of participatory research in empowering marginalized communities.
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Participatory Research, Adult Education, Social Action, Social Investigation, Empowerment, Third World Research, Education Theory
Citation
Hall, B. (1984). Research, Commitment, and Action: The Role of Participatory Research. International Review of Education, 30, 289-299.