A Handbook for Action Research in Health and Social Care

By Carol Munn-Giddings and Richard Winter

Book Overview

Action research is a form of research closely linked to practice which can readily be undertaken by practitioners and service users. This handbook offers a comprehensive guide to action research as a strategy for inquiry and development in health and social care. It can be used by individuals or groups working independently on their own projects or as a basis for a tutor-led course. It features * an introduction to the theories behind action research and other forms of research related to it *lively case studies from social work, nursing, mental health care and community work * a step-by-step study guide. The theoretical section of the book provides a general definition of action research, compares action research with other forms of social research, outlines the nature of a 'culture of inquiry' in the workplace, and describes the links between action research and service-user research, management, community development, evaluation, reflective practice, feminist research and anti-racist research. This practical study guide covers issues such as preparing a proposal, ethics and principles of procedure, gathering and analysing data, writing a report, the links between action research and critical reflection. It will be particularly useful for groups wishing to undertake action research on an independent basis

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415224845
• ISBN13: 9780415224840
• Release Date: March 2001
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.5" x 9.2"