Qualitative and Digital Research in Times of Crisis

Download or read book Qualitative and Digital Research in Times of Crisis written by Kara, Helen and published by Policy Press. This book was released on 2021-11-29 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, disasters, or violent conflict present numerous challenges for researchers. Faced with disruption, obstacles, and even danger to their own lives, researchers in times of crisis must adapt or redesign existing research methods in order to continue their work effectively. Including contributions on qualitative and digital research from Europe, Asia, Africa, Australasia, and the Americas, this volume explores the creative and thoughtful ways in which researchers have adapted methods and rethought relationships in response to challenges arising from crises. Their collective reflections, strategies, and practices highlight the importance of responsive, ethical, and creative research design and the need to develop methods for fostering mutual, reflexive, and healthy relationships in times of crisis.