Creative Methods to Enhance Research Thinking and Writing
Aim of the session:
The aim of the Creative Methods for Research Thinking and Writing session is to introduce participants to creative methods that aim to enhance research thinking and writing in a supportive and enjoyable session.
Participants are invited to bring what we have termed ‘a research issue’ to the session. A research issue can be anything associated with research or being a researcher. For example, a question about the direction of a research career, a specific research question or problem or decisions associated with analysis or writing up.
Participants will be introduced to photo-elicitation and collage making as a method for exploring different perspectives on research issues and concerns, providing a rich source of reflection to inform action.
What will I learn?
The programme will enable participants to:
- Identify and articulate research concerns using photo elicitation and collage-making.
- Apply a systematic method for describing and discussing research issues in a supportive group setting.
- Create written work in response to collage-making.
- Develop an action plan.
Is it right for me?
This is aimed at researchers at all stages of their careers, in all disciplines. The session introduces some entry-level collage-making and so previous experience of the creative arts is not a prerequisite for engagement. The session will be most useful to those interested in taking time out to reflect on a particular research issue.
Less useful if…
This is less useful for those needing specific research careers advice, or those who are interested in learning more about creative and arts-based research methods.
Learning Hours:
This course takes approximately 6 learning hours. This includes any pre-course/programme work, attendance at workshops, experiential (‘on-the’job’) learning, coaching and post-course/programme work.
Dates, venues and booking
TBC
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